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5 Fun Facts About June 28 In Kansas History
1. In 1862, the infamous Quantrill's Raid took place in Lawrence, Kansas. William Quantrill, a Confederate guerrilla fighter, led a group of raiders who attacked and burned most of the town, killing nearly 200 men and boys. 2. On June 28, 1894, the Battle of Chugwater took place between a...
5 Fun Facts About June 27 In Kansas History
1. In 1951, the deadliest flood in Kansas history occurred on June 27 when the Kansas, Neosho, and Verdigris Rivers overflowed after heavy rainfall. The flood resulted in 17 deaths and forced over 5000 people to evacuate their homes. 2. On June 27, 1956, Dwight D. Eisenhower, a native of...
5 Fun Facts About June 26 In Kansas History
1. In 1913, the Kansas State Capitol building was completed: After four years of construction, the Kansas State Capitol in Topeka was finally completed on June 26, 1913. The impressive building features a dome that stands 304 feet tall, making it one of the tallest capitol domes in the United...
5 Fun Facts About June 25 In Kansas History
1. In 1935, the largest hailstone ever recorded in the United States fell in Aurora, Kansas. It measured 17.5 inches in circumference and weighed 1.5 pounds. 2. On June 25, 1838, the first steamboat arrived in Kansas on the Kansas River. The boat was called the Maid of the Mississippi...
5 Fun Facts About June 24 In Kansas History
1. Kansas Day - June 24 marks the anniversary of Kansas becoming a state in 1861. The state was admitted to the Union as the 34th state during the Civil War. 2. Amelia Earhart's birthplace - June 24 is also the birthday of legendary pilot Amelia Earhart, who was born...
5 Fun Facts About June 23 In Kansas History
1. The Battle of Black Jack: On June 23, 1856, abolitionist John Brown led a group of men in an armed conflict against pro-slavery forces in the town of Palmyra, Kansas. Although the battle only lasted a few hours, it is considered one of the first conflicts of the Bleeding...
5 Fun Facts About June 22 In Kansas History
1. In 1900, the famous educator and civil rights advocate, Booker T. Washington, delivered a speech in Topeka, Kansas. He spoke at the People's Assembly, an event organized by the Colored Women's Republican Club. In his speech, Washington emphasized the importance of education and work ethic in achieving success. 2....
5 Fun Facts About June 21 In Kansas History
1. Summer Solstice: June 21 marks the summer solstice, the longest day of the year and the official start of summer. In Kansas, the solstice is celebrated through various festivals and events. 2. Statehood Day: June 21 is also Statehood Day in Kansas, commemorating the day in 1861 when Kansas...
5 Fun Facts About June 20 In Kansas History
1. In 1840, the Great Nemaha Half-Breed Reservation was established, covering land in what is now northeast Kansas and southeastern Nebraska. The reservation was originally intended for individuals of mixed Native American and European ancestry, but it was later opened up to settlers in the early 1860s. 2. On June...
5 Fun Facts About June 19 In Kansas History
1. Juneteenth Becomes a State Holiday: On June 16, 2021, Kansas Governor Laura Kelly signed a bill designating June 19 as Juneteenth National Freedom Day. The day is now a state holiday in Kansas, and state offices and schools are closed in observance. 2. Wichita Riots: On June 19, 1921,...
5 Fun Facts About June 18 In Kansas History
1. In 1861, the Battle of Palmito Ranch took place, which was the last battle of the American Civil War. While it took place in Texas, Kansas played a role as Colonel Ford's Brigade, including several Kansas regiments, were sent to the area. 2. In 1908, the first successful flight...
5 Fun Facts About June 17 In Kansas History
1. In 1933, the Union Pacific Railroad inaugurated its famous streamlined passenger train, the City of San Francisco, running from Chicago to Oakland, California, with Kansas City as one of its stops on June 17. 2. On June 17, 1950, Wichita's Municipal Airport (now known as Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower...