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5 Fun Facts About August 27 In North Dakota History
1. North Dakota was admitted to the Union on November 2, 1889, making it the 39th state in the United States. However, it was not until August 27 of that year that President Benjamin Harrison signed the proclamation admitting North Dakota (and South Dakota) as states. 2. In 1952, the...
5 Fun Facts About August 26 In North Dakota History
August 26 is an important date in North Dakota history, with several significant events taking place on this day over the years. Here are five interesting facts about August 26 in North Dakota history: 1. Theodore Roosevelt visited the Elkhorn Ranch on August 26, 1918. The Elkhorn Ranch was the...
5 Fun Facts About August 25 In North Dakota History
1. On August 25, 1881, Sitting Bull surrendered to the U.S. Army at Fort Buford in North Dakota. The famous Lakota Sioux leader had led his people in resistance against white settlers and the U.S. government. After his surrender, Sitting Bull was exiled to South Dakota and eventually joined Buffalo...
5 Fun Facts About August 24 In North Dakota History
1. In 1953, the University of North Dakota unveiled its new $2.25 million Memorial Stadium on August 24th. The stadium could hold over 12,000 spectators and was the largest outdoor sports facility in the state at the time. 2. On August 24th, 1988, the town of Minot, North Dakota experienced...
5 Fun Facts About August 23 In North Dakota History
1. In 1869, the Northern Pacific Railroad authorized surveying of a potential route through North Dakota. This would ultimately lead to the construction of the railroad, which greatly impacted the state's economy and settlement. 2. On August 23, 1870, the first organized settlement was established in what is now Bismarck,...
5 Fun Facts About August 22 In North Dakota History
1. North Dakota became a state: August 22, 1889 marks the day when North Dakota officially became the 39th state in the United States. 2. First KFC in North Dakota: On August 22, 1968, the first Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant in North Dakota opened in Grand Forks. 3. North Dakota's...
5 Fun Facts About August 21 In North Dakota History
1. Dakota Territorial Governor William Jayne was born on August 21, 1826. He was appointed as governor by President Abraham Lincoln in 1861 and served until 1863. 2. On August 21, 1952, a tornado struck the town of Steele, North Dakota. The tornado caused significant damage and killed two people....
5 Fun Facts About August 20 In North Dakota History
1. North Dakota's first forest fire lookout tower was established on August 20, 1927, on Strawberry Mountain in the Turtle Mountains. The tower was built to help prevent forest fires and was manned by observers who worked in shifts throughout the fire season. 2. On August 20, 1936, President Franklin...
5 Fun Facts About August 19 In North Dakota History
1. In 1940, North Dakota's first radio station, KFYR, began broadcasting in Bismarck. The station was a significant milestone in the state's media history and helped to keep communities informed about news and events. 2. August 19, 1954, marked the birth of renowned North Dakota artist Paul Kaiser. His works...
5 Fun Facts About August 18 In North Dakota History
1. North Dakota Statehood: August 18, 2021, marks the 132nd anniversary of North Dakota's statehood. North Dakota became the Union's 39th state on August 18, 1889, alongside South Dakota making both Dakota territories a part of the US. 2. Hettinger County Incorporated: Hettinger County in western North Dakota was officially...
5 Fun Facts About August 17 In North Dakota History
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5 Fun Facts About August 16 In North Dakota History
1. North Dakota Statehood: August 16, 2019, marked the 130th anniversary of North Dakota's admission to the Union as the 39th state. The Dakota Territory was split in two on this day in 1889, with North Dakota and South Dakota becoming separate states. 2. Theodore Roosevelt's Visit: On August 16,...