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1. In 1927, Charles Lindbergh flew over Fargo-Moorhead during his historic solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean.
2. On May 20, 1951, the town of Minot recorded its earliest ever tornado, which caused extensive damage throughout the area.
3. In 1977, the International Peace Garden on the North Dakota-Manitoba border was dedicated as a symbol of peace and friendship between Canada and the United States.
4. May 20, 1986, the North Dakota oil boom reached its peak, with oil production reaching a record high of over 200,000 barrels per day.
5. On May 20, 2004, the North Dakota State Capitol building was added to the National Register of Historic Places, recognizing its unique architecture and historical significance.
5 Fun Facts About May 20 In North Dakota History
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