1. In 1854, the Mississippi legislature passed the first statewide prohibition of alcohol, making it illegal to sell or manufacture alcohol within Mississippi.
2. In 1864, Confederate troops under General S.D. Lee defeated Union forces in the Battle of Tupelo, a major engagement that took place in the heart of Mississippi during the Civil War.
3. On July 19, 1964, the Civil Rights Act was signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson, prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. This landmark legislation had a significant impact on the lives of many Mississippians, who experienced racism and discrimination for years.
4. In 1980, Mississippi native Archie Manning was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame. Manning played quarterback at the University of Mississippi from 1968-1970, leading the team to two bowl games and setting numerous school records.
5. On July 19, 2002, Michael Jordan announced his return to the NBA as a player for the Washington Wizards. Although Jordan played for the Wizards for two seasons, his return to the league in 2002 was a major event that captured the attention of sports fans across Mississippi and the United States.
5 Fun Facts About July 19 In Mississippi History
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