1. On March 4, 1861, President Abraham Lincoln was inaugurated, and his speech is considered one of the most important in American history.
2. In 1931, the Nevada State Legislature passed a bill legalizing gambling in the state, making it one of the few places in the country where it was allowed.
3. On March 4, 1940, the famous Hoover Dam was completed, providing power and water to millions of people in the Southwest.
4. In 1997, the state of Nevada passed a law legalizing medical marijuana, making it one of the first states to do so.
5. On March 4, 2010, the famous Pioneer Saloon in Goodsprings, Nevada, was destroyed by a fire. The saloon was a popular spot for movie and TV productions, and it was featured in the film "The Hangover."
5 Fun Facts About March 4 In Nevada History
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