1. Colorado became a state on November 13, 1876.

On this day, Colorado was officially recognized as the 38th state of the United States after a long struggle for statehood. It was originally part of the Kansas territory and later became a part of the Nebraska and Utah territories before being designated a separate territory in 1861. After years of campaigning and petitions, Colorado finally achieved statehood in 1876.

2. The deadliest flood in Colorado history occurred on November 13, 1913.

The Great Flood of 1913 devastated much of Colorado and other states in the region, leading to hundreds of deaths and leaving thousands homeless. The flood was caused by an intense storm system that brought heavy rain and snowmelt to the region. Many rivers and creeks overflowed their banks, causing massive flooding and destruction.

3. Denver International Airport opened on November 13, 1995.

After years of planning and construction, Denver International Airport finally opened its doors on November 13, 1995. The airport, which spans over 33,000 acres, is now one of the busiest and most technologically advanced airports in the world.

4. The Denver Nuggets played their first game on November 13, 1967.

The Denver Nuggets, a professional basketball team in the NBA, played their first game on November 13, 1967, against the San Diego Rockets. Though they lost their first game, they went on to become a successful franchise with many notable players over the years.

5. The Colorado Avalanche won their first Stanley Cup on November 13, 1996.

The Colorado Avalanche, a professional hockey team, won their first Stanley Cup on November 13, 1996, after defeating the Florida Panthers in a thrilling seven-game series. The Avalanche, which was originally based in Quebec and known as the Nordiques, moved to Colorado in 1995 and quickly became a dominant force in the NHL.