1. The opening of the Duluth Aerial Lift Bridge: On November 22, 1930, the Duluth Aerial Lift Bridge was officially opened in Duluth, Minnesota. It is still in use today and is recognized as a historical landmark.
2. Glenn A. Black's birthday: Glenn A. Black was born on November 22, 1900, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was an American archaeologist who is well-known for his work on the Angel Mounds site in Indiana, which provides insight into the Mississippian culture that existed there over 500 years ago.
3. Minnesota Native American treaty signed: On November 22, 1837, the second treaty of St. Peters was signed between the federal government and several Native American tribes in Minnesota. This treaty resulted in the cession of much of the land in the southeastern corner of the state to the government.
4. The Boom Island Lighthouse was lit: The Boom Island Lighthouse, located on the Mississippi River in Minneapolis, was first lit on November 22, 1904. It served as a guiding light for boats traveling up and down the river until its decommissioning in 1960.
5. Minnesota man becomes a national hero: On November 22, 1963, Minneapolis resident Dudley Riggs participated in the rescue effort after President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas. He was one of several citizens who assisted in removing the President's body from the scene and transporting it to Air Force One.
5 Fun Facts About November 22 In Minnesota History
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