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5 Fun Facts About May 4 In Vermont History

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1. The state tree of Vermont, the Sugar Maple, was officially designated on May 4, 1949. Vermont is known for its maple syrup production, which has become an important industry in the state.

2. On May 4, 1972, the Vermont House of Representatives passed a bill legalizing abortion, making Vermont the first state to do so through legislative action.

3. May 4, 1937 marked the devastating flood that killed 84 people and caused extensive damage to infrastructure and homes in Vermont. Known as the "Great Flood of 1937," it was caused by a rapid melting of snow and heavy rainfall.

4. In May 4, 1993, the Vermont Supreme Court legalized Civil Unions, which granted same-sex couples many of the legal rights and protections afforded to married couples in the state.

5. On May 4, 1991, the "Naked Bike Ride" was celebrated in Burlington, Vermont. Inspired by a similar event in Canada, participants rode bicycles while wearing little or no clothing as a protest against car culture and the dependence on fossil fuels.
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