1. In 1863, the Battle of Corinth, also known as the Second Battle of Corinth, began. This clash between Union and Confederate forces lasted for two days and resulted in a decisive Union victory.

2. On October 6, 1912, blues legend Bukka White was born in Houston, Mississippi. White was known for his distinctive guitar playing and influential recordings in the 1930s and '40s.

3. In 1962, James H. Meredith, an African American student, attempted to enroll at the University of Mississippi. His presence on campus sparked violent protests and a full-scale riot that required federal intervention in order to quell.

4. On October 6, 1991, the Mississippi Delta Blues and Heritage Festival was held for the first time in Greenville, Mississippi. This festival has grown to become one of the premier blues events in the world and attracts thousands of visitors to the state each year.

5. In 2018, Mississippi State University quarterback Nick Fitzgerald broke the school record for total offensive yards during a game against Auburn University. Fitzgerald finished his college career as one of the most accomplished players in Mississippi State history.