Civil War
Death of Harriet Tubman
Abolitionist and humanitarian Harriet Tubman died on March 10, 1913, in Auburn, New York.
Birth of Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.
Supreme Court Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. was born on March 8, 1841, in Boston, Massachusetts.
Birth of Philip Sheridan
Civil War General Philip Henry Sheridan was born on March 6, 1831 in Albany, New York.
Grand Teton National Park Established
On February 26, 1929, President Calvin Coolidge signed legislation creating Wyoming’s Grand Teton National Park.
Happy Birthday Frederick Douglass!
While the exact date of abolitionist Frederick Douglass’ birth is unknown, it’s generally considered to be February 14, 1818. Douglass chose the date himself, reportedly because his mother used to call him her “little valentine.”
First Paper Money Issued in America
On February 3, 1690, the Massachusetts Bay Colony issued the first paper money in America.
America’s First Female Doctor
On January 23, 1849, Elizabeth Blackwell became the first woman in America to graduate from medical school.
New Mexico Admitted as 47th State
On January 6, 1912, New Mexico became the 47th state admitted to the Union.
Georgia Becomes 4th State
On January 2, 1788, Georgia was the fourth state to ratify the U.S. Constitution, making it our fourth state.