1. On March 24, 1804, the Louisiana Purchase was divided into two territories: the District of Louisiana and the Territory of Orleans. The District of Louisiana eventually became the Missouri Territory, while the Territory of Orleans became the state of Louisiana in 1812.

2. On March 24, 1862, the Battle of New Madrid began during the Civil War. The Confederate forces, led by General John P. McCown, were attempting to stop Union troops from advancing down the Mississippi River. The battle lasted for five days and resulted in a Union victory.

3. March 24 is also International Day for the Right to the Truth Concerning Gross Human Rights Violations and for the Dignity of Victims. This day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2010 to honor the memory of victims of human rights abuses and to support their families in their quest for truth and justice.

4. On March 24, 1956, Elvis Presley gave his first concert in Louisiana at the Louisiana Hayride in Shreveport. The event was broadcast live on KWKH radio and helped launch Presley's career.

5. In 1975, Louisiana State University's basketball team, the Tigers, played in their first Final Four in school history. The Tigers, led by head coach Dale Brown, made it all the way to the NCAA Championship game, where they lost to John Wooden's UCLA Bruins. Despite the loss, the Tigers' run to the championship game remains one of the greatest moments in Louisiana sports history.