1. The Battle of Little Big Horn took place in Wyoming on December 12, 1866. It was a pivotal moment in the conflict between Native American tribes and American military forces.
2. The state of Wyoming was admitted to the Union on December 12, 1890, becoming the 44th state. This event marked the end of a decades-long struggle for statehood in the region.
3. On December 12, 1918, Wyoming became the first state to grant women the right to vote. This was a significant milestone in the fight for women's suffrage, which would eventually be adopted nationwide.
4. The first ski resort in Wyoming, known as Snow King Mountain, opened for business on December 12, 1939. The resort, located in Jackson Hole, continues to be a popular destination for skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts.
5. In 1982, a tectonic earthquake measuring 5.8 on the Richter scale struck the town of Thermopolis, Wyoming on December 12. Although the earthquake caused some damage, no fatalities were reported.