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5 Fun Facts About June 30 In Arizona History
1. In 1906, the Roosevelt Dam was completed, creating the largest artificial lake in Arizona, Roosevelt Lake. 2. In 1919, Arizona ratified the 19th Amendment, granting women the right to vote. 3. In 1928, a major earthquake centered near the Arizona-Mexico border shook the state, causing damage to buildings and...
5 Fun Facts About June 28 In Arizona History
1. In 1919, Arizona became the 13th state to ratify the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, granting women the right to vote. 2. In 1947, the first edition of the Arizona Daily Sun was published in Flagstaff. 3. In 1963, President John F. Kennedy visited the Barry Goldwater Air...
5 Fun Facts About June 17 In Arizona History
1. On June 17, 1919, Arizona became the 17th state to ratify the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution, granting women the right to vote. 2. On June 17, 1933, Governor Benjamin Baker Moeur signed a bill creating the Arizona State Parks system, which now boasts over 30 parks...
5 Fun Facts About June 15 In Arizona History
1) In 1846, U.S. Army troops under the command of General Stephen Kearny arrived at the Tucson area, marking the beginning of Arizona's territorial period. 2) In 1926, the iconic Wigwam Resort opened in Litchfield Park, offering luxurious accommodations and amenities to visitors from around the world. 3) On June...
5 Fun Facts About June 5 In Arizona History
1. In 1912, Arizona became the 48th state of the United States, officially completing the contiguous 48 states of the country. 2. In 1933, the Arizona State Library and Archives was established, providing a centralized location for the state's historical records and documents. 3. In 1968, Robert F. Kennedy, then...
5 Fun Facts About May 16 In Arizona History
1. In 1868, the first known horse race was held in Arizona Territory on May 16th in Florence. Racing quickly became a popular pastime in the area. 2. On May 16, 1910, Arizona officially became a state. This day is celebrated annually as Arizona Statehood Day and is a state...