1. On October 21, 1776, American General John Stark led his troops to victory at the Battle of Bennington during the American Revolutionary War. The battle was a turning point in the war and helped boost morale among the American troops.
2. In 1877, the first electric street lights were installed in Manchester, New Hampshire, marking a significant advancement in the city's infrastructure.
3. On October 21, 1859, the first public library in Concord, New Hampshire was established. The library was founded by a group of citizens who saw the need for a free public library in the city.
4. The Mount Washington Cog Railway, the first mountain-climbing cog railway in the world, opened for its first full season on October 21, 1869. The railway is still in operation today and remains a popular attraction for tourists.
5. On October 21, 1957, New Hampshire Governor Lane Dwinell issued a proclamation declaring November 5, 1957 as "Election Day" in the state. This was in response to the adoption of the state's first presidential primary, which was held on March 11, 1952 and has since become a tradition in American politics.