1. Tennessee became the 16th state in the United States on November 30, 1796. This day marked the culmination of several years of debate and litigation surrounding the statehood of what was then known as the Southwest Territory. John Sevier was appointed as the first governor of Tennessee, and the state's capital was established in Knoxville.

2. On November 30, 1864, the Battle of Franklin took place in Williamson County, Tennessee. This Civil War battle was fought between the Confederate Army of Tennessee, led by General John Bell Hood, and Union soldiers under the command of General John Schofield. It was one of the bloodiest battles of the war, with over 8,000 casualties.

3. The first recorded college football game in the southeastern United States was played on November 30, 1893, in Nashville. The game was between the football teams of Vanderbilt University and the University of Nashville. Vanderbilt won the game 24-0.

4. On November 30, 1954, the Sultana Disaster Memorial was dedicated in Marion, Arkansas. This memorial commemorates the sinking of the steamship Sultana on April 27, 1865, which killed over 1,800 people, many of whom were Union soldiers returning home after the Civil War.

5. Dolly Parton's theme park, Dollywood, opened its gates for the first time on November 30, 1986. The park, which is located in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, features roller coasters, water rides, live shows, and exhibits showcasing the history and natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains. It has become a popular tourist destination in the southeastern United States.