1. Vermont became the 14th state on this day in 1791: March 13 marks the day when Vermont officially became the 14th state of the United States after a long and challenging journey. The state had already declared its independence from England in 1777 and established its own constitution the following year.

2. First woman elected to a state senate in Vermont: In 1922, a notable event occurred when Zuline Gray Wilkinson became the first woman to be elected to a state senate in Vermont. A Republican from Orleans County, Wilkinson was a strong advocate for women's suffrage and worked tirelessly to improve the lives of women throughout the state.

3. The deadliest avalanche in Vermont history: On March 13, 1984, the deadliest avalanche in Vermont history occurred on the slopes of Mount Mansfield. Seven people were killed and several others injured when a massive slab of snow broke free and swept them down the mountain.

4. Artifacts discovered in Lake Champlain: In 1996, a team of divers discovered several historic artifacts in Lake Champlain, including a 19th-century schooner and a steamship that sank in the mid-1800s. The artifacts provided a glimpse into the region's rich maritime history.

5. Bernie Sanders wins Vermont primary: On March 13, 2012, Bernie Sanders won the Vermont Democratic primary by a landslide, securing over 71% of the vote. It was a significant victory for Sanders, who went on to become a prominent figure in national politics and eventually ran for president in 2016 and 2020.