1. Ethan Allen was born on June 13, 1738, in Litchfield, Connecticut. He led the Green Mountain Boys during the American Revolutionary War and played a key role in the capture of Fort Ticonderoga in 1775.

2. On June 13, 1791, Vermont was admitted as the 14th state in the United States. It was the first state to join the union after the original 13 colonies.

3. The first state constitution of Vermont was adopted on June 13, 1777, making it the first state to outlaw slavery in its constitution.

4. On June 13, 2008, Vermont became the fourth state in the United States to legalize same-sex marriage, following Massachusetts, Connecticut, and California.

5. The first cheese factory in the United States opened in Vermont on June 13, 1851. It was started by Jesse Williams in the town of Poultney and produced over 600 pounds of cheese in its first year. Vermont has since become known for its artisanal cheeses and is home to many award-winning cheesemakers.