1. In 1864, a major battle of the American Civil War took place in Middle Tennessee. The Battle of Franklin saw Confederate forces under John Bell Hood attack Union forces led by John Schofield. The battle was a decisive victory for the Union Army, but it came at a heavy cost, with over 6,000 casualties on both sides.

2. In 1927, a group of Tennessee workers known as the "Chattanooga Choo Choos" made history by becoming the first team from the southern United States to win the National Baseball Congress World Series. The Choo Choos defeated a team from Wichita, Kansas, 13-4, in the championship game.

3. The music industry in Tennessee has a long and storied history, and on December 4, 1956, one of its most legendary figures was born. Frank Beverly, better known as Maze, is a singer and songwriter who rose to fame in the 1970s with his band, Maze featuring Frankie Beverly. The group is best known for their hit song "Joy and Pain."

4. In 1971, the Tennessee state government took a step towards protecting the environment by passing the Solid Waste Management Act. The law set up guidelines for how the state was to handle solid waste, including garbage and construction debris. It also created a fund to help local governments establish recycling programs.

5. On December 4, 2015, a devastating wildfire broke out in Sevier County, Tennessee. The fire, which was caused by arson, destroyed over 2,000 homes and businesses and claimed 14 lives. The tragedy spurred a massive effort to support and rebuild the affected communities, with donations pouring in from across the country.