America’s First Female Governor Elected
On November 4, 1924, Wyoming elected Nellie Tayloe Ross America’s first female governor, again proving its nickname, “The Equality State.”
On November 4, 1924, Wyoming elected Nellie Tayloe Ross America’s first female governor, again proving its nickname, “The Equality State.”
On November 1, 1897, America’s Library of Congress opened its doors.
On October 27, 1964, Ronald Reagan delivered his “A Time for Choosing” speech for Barry Goldwater’s presidential campaign, making him a national name.
On October 22, 1836, Sam Houston became the first elected president of the Republic of Texas.
On October 19, 1789, John Jay was sworn in as America’s first Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.
After more than a decade of fighting and over 20,000 casualties, Mexico officially gained its independence from Spain on September 27, 1821.
On September 17, 1787, 39 delegates from 12 states signed the U.S. Constitution, laying the groundwork of our nation’s government.
On September 13, 1788, New York City was established as America’s first capital under the Constitution of the United States.
In the wake of the American Revolution, Congress established the Treasury Department on September 2, 1789.