1. In 1910, the "Big Burn" wildfire consumed over 3 million acres in Idaho, Montana, and Washington, making it one of the largest wildfires in U.S. history. The fire began on March 26 and lasted over a month, killing 87 people and causing extensive damage to towns and forests.

2. On March 26, 1853, Congress established the Territory of Washington, which included what is now Idaho. The territory was created to provide a government for settlers in the region and to promote westward expansion.

3. In 1928, the Boise Junior College (now Boise State University) was established in Boise, Idaho. The college was founded to provide affordable higher education to the citizens of Idaho and has since grown into a major public university.

4. On March 26, 1941, the U.S. Army established the Boise Barracks in Boise, Idaho. The barracks served as a training center for soldiers during World War II and later became the headquarters for the Idaho Army National Guard.

5. In 1875, construction began on the Idaho State Capitol building in Boise. The building was completed in 1920 and is now a National Historic Landmark. The Capitol houses the offices of the governor and the Idaho Legislature, as well as many other state government offices.