1. Iowa is Admitted into the Union
On November 29, 1846, Iowa was admitted into the Union as the 29th state. As a result, the state celebrates Admission Day on December 28 every year, which marks the anniversary of the state's admission to the Union.

2. World War II Hero from Iowa
On November 29, 1942, Robert E. Creek was killed in action while serving in North Africa during World War II. He was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions during the battle of Sidi Nsir on December 9, 1942.

3. Iowa State Football Wins Big
On November 29, 2002, the Iowa State football team defeated the University of Connecticut by a score of 37-20. The game was the first bowl game in school history for Iowa State, and the Cyclones' victory marked the beginning of a new era of success for the program.

4. Record High Temperature in Des Moines
On November 29, 2003, Des Moines recorded a record high temperature of 71 degrees Fahrenheit. The warm weather was unusual for that time of year, but it provided a welcome reprieve from typical Iowa winter weather.

5. Iowa Contributes to the Manhattan Project
On November 29, 1943, the Ames Laboratory began operating as part of the Manhattan Project, which was a top-secret research effort to develop the first atomic bombs. The lab was located at Iowa State University and played a key role in the development of the atomic bomb.