1. Caesar Rodney Died on March 26th: Although he is not from Delaware, Caesar Rodney played a significant role in the state’s history as a signer of the Declaration of Independence. He passed away on March 26, 1784, at his Kent County plantation.

2. UD Founded on March 25, 1743: The University of Delaware, one of the oldest universities in the country, was founded on March 25, 1743, as the Free School in New London, Pennsylvania. Its original mission was to educate ministers and lay leaders for the Presbyterian Church.

3. Patents for Rehoboth Beach on March 25, 1872: On March 25, 1872, the US Patent Office awarded two patents for Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, which was then known as “Cape Henlopen City.” These patents established the area as a resort town and paved the way for its development.

4. First Woman Governor Elected on March 25, 1925: In Delaware, the first woman to be elected governor in the United States was Ruth Ann Minner. She was elected on March 25, 1925, and served as the state’s 72nd governor from 2001 to 2009.

5. First Delawarean to Earn a Medal of Honor on March 25, 1865: On March 25, 1865, Civil War soldier John R. Pennewill became the first Delawarean to earn a Medal of Honor. Pennewill, who fought in the 3rd Delaware Infantry Regiment, was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions at the Battle of Hatcher’s Run.