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1. In 1860, Minnesota held its first statewide election on November 6th, selecting its first Republican Governor Alexander Ramsey.
2. On November 6, 1906, Theodore Roosevelt, then President of the United States, visited the state of Minnesota and gave a speech in Minneapolis.
3. In 1923, on November 6th, a severe blizzard hit Minnesota, causing widespread damage and power outages throughout the state.
4. On November 6, 1956, the Minnesota Vikings played their first game as a professional football team, losing to the Dallas Cowboys 20-16.
5. In 1990, on November 6th, Minnesota Senator Paul Wellstone was elected to the United States Senate, becoming the first Democrat to win a U.S. Senate seat in Minnesota in 18 years.
5 Fun Facts About November 6 In Minnesota History
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