1. Rhode Island becomes the 13th State to Ratify the U.S. Constitution: On March 27, 1790, Rhode Island became the 13th state to ratify the U.S. Constitution, ending its nearly three-year-long resistance to joining the federal government and strengthening the country's newly formed union.

2. The "Rhode Island System" of Manufacturing is Introduced: On March 27, 1793, industrial pioneer Samuel Slater established the first successful textile mill in America, utilizing the "Rhode Island System" of manufacturing which involved housing workers and machinery together in a single factory building.

3. The Construction of Fort Adams Begins: Construction on Fort Adams, one of the largest coastal fortifications in the United States, began in Newport on March 27, 1824. The fort was intended to protect the eastern seaboard from foreign invasion and remained in operation until it was decommissioned in 1950.

4. The Burnside Expedition Arrives in New Bern: On March 27, 1862, General Ambrose Burnside's Union forces arrived in New Bern, North Carolina, seizing control of the city and securing an important foothold in the region during the early stages of the Civil War.

5. The Rhode Island Red Chicken is Recognized as a Distinct Breed: On March 27, 1904, the Rhode Island Red chicken was recognized as a distinct breed by the American Poultry Association, becoming one of the most popular breeds of chickens in the United States and around the world. The Rhode Island Red is prized for its hardiness, good egg production, and flavorful meat.