1. Ethan Allen Surrendered to British Forces in 1777: On July 16, 1777, Ethan Allen and his troops were conquered by British General John Burgoyne at the Battle of Hubbardton. This was a critical component of the Saratoga Campaign that ultimately led to the surrender of Burgoyne's army in October, helping to turn the tide in the Revolutionary War.

2. The Vermont State Hospital Opened in 1890: On July 16, 1890, the Vermont State Hospital for the Insane opened its doors in Waterbury, Vermont. This institution remained a cornerstone of mental health care in Vermont for over a century, but it was closed in 2011 due to budgetary constraints.

3. Ticonderoga Fell in 1758: On July 16, 1758, French soldiers abandoned their fortifications at Ticonderoga, allowing British forces under General James Abercrombie to seize control of the strategically important location at the southern edge of Lake Champlain.

4. Calvin Coolidge was Sworn in as President in 1923: In the early hours of July 16, 1923, Calvin Coolidge took the oath of office as President of the United States following the unexpected death of Warren G. Harding.

5. The First Vermont State Fair was Held in 1846: On July 16, 1846, the first Vermont State Fair was held in Rutland, Vermont. This event has since become an annual tradition, attracting visitors from across the region to celebrate Vermont's agricultural heritage.