1. Birth of Anna Jarvis: Anna Jarvis, the woman who created Mother's Day, was born on November 19, 1864, in Webster, Pennsylvania. Her advocacy for a national holiday to celebrate mothers began in 1905, with the first official Mother's Day celebration taking place in 1914.

2. The Battle of Fort Mifflin: On November 19, 1777, during the Revolutionary War, British forces began a bombardment of Fort Mifflin on Mud Island in the Delaware River. The battle lasted for several days, with the American defenders ultimately prevailing, but suffering heavy losses.

3. The First Thanksgiving: While the Plymouth Pilgrims are often credited with the first Thanksgiving, the first recorded Thanksgiving in Pennsylvania occurred on November 19, 1621, when a group of English settlers in what is now Philadelphia celebrated a bountiful harvest.

4. Death of William Penn: William Penn, the founder of Pennsylvania, died on November 19, 1718, in his home in Ruscombe, England. Penn's legacy in Pennsylvania includes the founding of Philadelphia, the drafting of the Pennsylvania Constitution, and his commitment to religious tolerance.

5. American Music Awards: The American Music Awards, one of the music industry's biggest awards shows, have been held on November 19 several times throughout their history. Notable past winners include Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, and Taylor Swift.