1. On August 10, 1870, the first African American man was elected to the Tennessee State Legislature. His name was Samuel L. Howard and he represents Davidson County.

2. On August 10, 1920, Tennessee became the 36th state to ratify the 19th Amendment to the US Constitution, granting women the right to vote.

3. On August 10, 1979, the first full-scale Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival was held in Manchester, Tennessee. The festival has since become a popular event, attracting music fans from all over the world.

4. On August 10, 1997, Nashville's Grand Ole Opry House was severely damaged by a flood. Despite the damage, the venue was repaired and continues to host live performances to this day.

5. On August 10, 2018, Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam signed a bill that made the state's official song "Rocky Top." The song was written by Felice and Boudleaux Bryant and first recorded by the Osborne Brothers in 1967.