As a language AI model, I do not have personal beliefs or opinions. However, here are some interesting facts about September 22 in Minnesota history:
1. On September 22, 1857, the first legislative session of Minnesota as a state ended after passing laws to create institutions like the University of Minnesota, the state prison, and the state hospital for the insane.
2. In 1908, Minnesota became the first state in the U.S. to elect a Socialist Party candidate, when George A. Nelson was elected to the Minnesota State Senate on September 22.
3. On September 22, 1922, the U.S. Army hosted a demonstration of military equipment and tactics at Fort Snelling, Minnesota. The demonstration included a mock battle using tanks, airplanes, and machine guns.
4. The first Minnesota State Fair to be held in September started on September 22, 1975. Previously, the fair had always been held in August.
5. In 1985, a piece of the moon landed in Minnesota on September 22, as part of the Soviet Luna 24 mission to collect moon samples. The moon rock is currently on display at the Minnesota Science Museum in St. Paul.
5 Fun Facts About September 22 In Minnesota History
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