1. North Dakota became a state on June 14, 1889. It was the 39th state to join the Union.
2. The Lewis and Clark Expedition passed through what is now North Dakota on June 14, 1804. They camped on the west bank of the Missouri River near present-day Williston.
3. On June 14, 1932, North Dakota held its primary election for the United States Senate. Gerald P. Nye won the Republican nomination and William Langer won the Democratic nomination. Langer would go on to win the general election and serve as North Dakota's Senator from 1932-1940 and 1941-1959.
4. The town of Adrian, North Dakota was founded on June 14, 1906. Located in Foster County, Adrian was named after Adrian J. Eberhardt, an early settler in the area.
5. On June 14, 1900, the Great Northern Railway established a depot in Devils Lake, North Dakota. The railroad helped to spur growth and development in the city, which became a hub for agricultural trade in the region.
5 Fun Facts About June 14 In North Dakota History
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