1. John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas on November 22, 1963. This tragic event shook the entire nation, including Washington state.

2. On November 22, 1885, the first transcontinental railroad was completed, linking the east and west coasts of the United States. This was a significant achievement in transportation history and helped to facilitate trade and travel across the country.

3. November 22, 1928 marked the first successful flight of the Boeing 80A, a commercial airplane developed by the Boeing Company. This plane was instrumental in the growth of commercial air travel and helped to establish the United States as a leader in aviation.

4. In 1991, Mount St. Helens experienced a significant eruption on November 22. Although this eruption was not as large as the 1980 eruption that devastated the area, it still caused significant damage and disruption in the surrounding communities.

5. The Seattle Seahawks played their first game as an NFL team on November 22, 1976. Although the team struggled in its early years, it has since become a perennial contender and won the Super Bowl in 2014.