1. Birth of William "King" Solomon, a legendary horse thief

On March 6, 1840, William "King" Solomon was born in Russell County, Kentucky. He gained notoriety as a notorious horse thief and became a folk hero in the region. Despite his criminal activities, he was highly respected by many in the community for his skills as a horseman.

2. Formation of the Kentucky State Guard

On March 6, 1941, the Kentucky State Guard was formed to supplement the National Guard during World War II. The State Guard was made up of civilian volunteers, and their duties included protecting vital infrastructure and assisting in the event of a natural disaster.

3. Death of William T. Barry, Kentucky Senator and Postmaster General

On March 6, 1835, William T. Barry passed away in Liverpool, England. Barry had been a prominent figure in Kentucky politics, serving as a state senator and as Postmaster General under President Andrew Jackson.

4. A devastating tornado strikes Frankfort

On March 6, 1961, a deadly tornado hit the city of Frankfort, causing significant damage and claiming dozens of lives. The storm was part of a larger outbreak that affected several states.

5. Bluegrass music legend, Lorrie Morgan, is born

On March 6, 1959, Lorrie Morgan was born in Nashville, but grew up in Paducah, Kentucky. She would go on to become a country music superstar, with hits such as "What Part of No" and "Five Minutes." Morgan has won multiple awards and was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 1984.