1. In 1791, Vermont became the 14th state in the Union.
December 19 was a significant day for Vermont because it was the day the state was admitted to the Union. After years of being an independent republic, Vermont finally joined the United States on this day in 1791.

2. The Vermont Marble Company shipped marble for the construction of the Lincoln Memorial on December 19, 1916.
On December 19, 1916, the Vermont Marble Company shipped 38 blocks of marble from its quarries in Proctor and Danby to be used in the construction of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C. This was a major moment for the state's marble industry.

3. The University of Vermont was founded on December 19, 1791.
The University of Vermont, one of the oldest universities in the United States, was founded on December 19, 1791. The school began with just seven students and has since grown to become a major research institution.

4. The Ethan Allen Express train service began operating on December 19, 1996.
On December 19, 1996, Amtrak's Ethan Allen Express train service began operating between New York City and Rutland, Vermont. This service continues to provide a vital transportation link for people traveling between the two regions.

5. The Vermont Toy Company was incorporated on December 19, 1934.
The Vermont Toy Company, which produced wooden toys, was incorporated on December 19, 1934. The company played an important role in Vermont's economy and helped establish the state as a hub for toy manufacturing.