1. On December 10, 1817, the United States Congress created the territory of Wisconsin, including parts of present-day Minnesota, Michigan, and Wisconsin. The territorial capital was located in Belmont, WI until 1836 when it moved to Madison, WI.
2. On December 10, 1846, Wisconsin became the 29th state of the United States of America. The state's constitution was drafted in 1848, and Wisconsin's nickname, "The Badger State", was adopted in 1849.
3. On December 10, 1864, the Battle of Nashville, a Civil War battle, began. Several Wisconsin regiments, including the 5th, 7th, and 24th Wisconsin Infantry, fought in the battle. The Union victory effectively ended Confederate General John Bell Hood's campaign in Tennessee.
4. On December 10, 1902, the first football game was played at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, WI. The University of Wisconsin Badgers defeated the Beloit College Buccaneers, 50-0. The stadium has since become a historic landmark and home to many memorable Badger moments.
5. On December 10, 1994, the first official game at the Bradley Center in Milwaukee, WI was played. The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Boston Celtics, 105-101 in overtime. The arena, which sits on the grounds of the former Milwaukee Arena, has hosted countless sporting events, concerts, and other events over the years.
5 Fun Facts About December 10 In Wisconsin History
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