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5 Fun Facts About November 28 In South Dakota History

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1. Pine Ridge Massacre: On November 28, 1890, the infamous Pine Ridge Massacre occurred in South Dakota. It was a result of tensions between the Sioux tribe and the US government, and ultimately led to the death of over 250 Native Americans.

2. Statehood Day: November 28 is also recognized as Statehood Day in South Dakota, as it is the anniversary of the state's admission to the Union in 1889.

3. Black Hills Gold Rush: The discovery of gold in the Black Hills region of South Dakota in the late 1800s led to a gold rush and the establishment of several mining towns. November 28 marks the anniversary of the discovery of gold in Deadwood, South Dakota, in 1875.

4. First Woman Elected to the State Senate: In 1922, South Dakota became the first state to elect a woman to the United States Senate, when Hattie Caraway was appointed to fill her late husband's term. However, on November 28, 1930, South Dakota elected its first woman to the state Senate, Gladys Pyle.

5. Miss South Dakota USA Crowned: On November 28, 2015, Maggie Bridges was crowned Miss South Dakota USA. She went on to represent the state in the Miss USA pageant in 2016.
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