1. On July 10, 1919, Wisconsin became the first state in the United States to ratify the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, granting women the right to vote. This historic event marked a milestone in the fight for gender equality.

2. In 1863, during the American Civil War, a group of Wisconsin soldiers fought in the Battle of Williamsport in Maryland. The battle resulted in a victory for the Union army, and helped turn the tide of the war in favor of the North.

3. On July 10, 1929, the Green Bay Packers football team held its first training camp at St. Norbert College in De Pere, Wisconsin. The Packers would go on to become one of the most successful teams in NFL history, winning numerous championships and earning a loyal following of fans.

4. In 1997, the Summerfest music festival in Milwaukee set a new attendance record, with over 1.3 million people attending the 11-day event. Summerfest remains one of the largest music festivals in the world, featuring over 800 acts on 11 stages.

5. On July 10, 1883, the La Crosse & Milwaukee Railroad was completed, connecting the city of Milwaukee to the Mississippi River port of La Crosse. The railroad played a major role in the growth and development of Wisconsin, making it easier to transport goods and people across the state.