1) In 1898, North Dakota State University (then known as North Dakota Agricultural College) held its first football game on November 10, defeating the Fargo Athletic Club 24-0.
2) On November 10, 1969, North Dakota Senator Quentin Burdick was sworn in for his first term in the U.S. Senate, beginning a 36-year career in Congress.
3) In 1919, North Dakota adopted the name "Peace Garden State" on November 10, a nod to the International Peace Garden located on the border between North Dakota and Manitoba, Canada.
4) North Dakota Governor William Langer was impeached and removed from office on November 10, 1934, following allegations of corruption and misuse of power.
5) On November 10, 1917, the first use of motorized military vehicles by the United States Army in combat took place in France during World War I, with North Dakotan soldiers among those piloting the vehicles.
5 Fun Facts About November 10 In North Dakota History
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