1. Battle of Mud Springs (1865): On March 6, 1865, a group of Lakota Sioux and Cheyenne warriors ambushed and attacked a US Army supply train near Mud Springs in western Nebraska. The battle lasted for several hours and resulted in the death of several soldiers and civilians. This was one of the last major conflicts between Native American tribes and US forces in Nebraska.

2. State Flower (1895): On March 6, 1895, the Nebraska legislature officially designated the Goldenrod as the state flower. Goldenrod is a tall, yellow-flowered plant that is common throughout the state in late summer and fall.

3. First Woman Governor (1987): On March 6, 1987, Nebraska Governor Kay Orr was sworn into office, making her the first woman to be elected as governor in the state's history. Orr served as governor from 1987 to 1991 and was known for her focus on fiscal responsibility and reducing government spending.

4. "Oklahoma!" Premieres (1943): On March 6, 1943, the musical "Oklahoma!" premiered at the St. James Theatre in New York City. The musical, which was written by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II, became an instant hit and is still performed today. One of the musical's most famous songs, "Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin'," mentions Nebraska in its lyrics.

5. Historic Blizzard (1966): On March 6, 1966, a historic blizzard hit Nebraska and several other Midwestern states, bringing high winds, heavy snowfall, and bitter cold temperatures. The blizzard lasted for several days and caused significant damage to buildings, roads, and crops. Many towns were completely cut off from the outside world and had to wait for days for help to arrive. Despite the severity of the storm, only a few deaths were reported thanks to the efforts of local rescue teams.