1. In 1864, Union and Confederate troops clashed in the Battle of St. John's Bluff near Jacksonville, Florida. This battle was significant because it marked the beginning of the Union's offensive to capture Florida and opened up a vital supply route for Union forces.

2. In 1903, the first Ford automobile was sold in Alabama. This marked the beginning of the automotive industry in the state, which would go on to become a significant economic driver for Alabama.

3. In 1962, the first African-American student enrolled at the University of Alabama. This event marked a significant moment in the Civil Rights Movement and challenged segregation in higher education.

4. In 1983, Alabama's first mall, the Riverchase Galleria, opened in Birmingham. This mall quickly became a popular destination for shoppers in Alabama and helped anchor the city's retail industry.

5. In 2017, Alabama's Crimson Tide football team defeated the Vanderbilt Commodores in a 59-0 shutout victory. This marked the largest margin of victory for the Crimson Tide in a Southeastern Conference (SEC) game in school history.