1. On October 24, 1864, the Battle of Cedar Creek took place in Montana. This battle was fought between the Crow warriors and the United States Army, and it resulted in the loss of over 50 Crow lives.

2. October 24, 1890, was the date of Montana's admission to the United States as the 41st state. Montana is known for its natural beauty, rich cultural history, and prosperous mining industry.

3. On October 24, 1901, President Theodore Roosevelt visited Montana as part of his "Whistle-Stop" tour of the western United States. He spoke to a crowd of over 10,000 people in Helena and praised the contributions of Montana's miners and ranchers to the nation's economy.

4. In 1926, a massive snowstorm hit Montana on October 24, dumping over two feet of snow in some areas and causing widespread power outages and transportation disruptions. This storm was one of the worst in Montana's history and is still remembered today as the "Big Blow."

5. On October 24, 1957, the first-ever satellite launched into space, Sputnik 1, passed over Montana. This was a significant moment in human history as it marked the beginning of the Space Age and opened up a new frontier for exploration and scientific discovery.