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Comstock Lode
Comstock Lode was the first major discovery of silver ore in the United States. The silver was found at Mount Davidson, a Nevada peak. -
The 36th State
Nevada moved from territory status to officially becoming part of the United States of America as the 36th state. -
City of Las Vegas
The city of Las Vegas was founded in southern Nevada. -
Gambling Legalized
Wide-open gaming was legalized in Nevada. Gaming would become a key contributor to the Nevadan economy. -
Hoover Dam
The Hoover Dam which tamed the mighty Colorado River was completed in 1936 after only 5 years of work. -
The Strip
The Las Vegas Strip as we know it today started with the El Rancho Vegas Hotel which had a grand total of 63 rooms. -
Nevada Test Site
The famous nuclear weapons testing site was founded 65 miles northwest of the city of Las Vegas, Nevada. -
Great Basin Park
Great Basin National Park was officially established. The Lehman Cave National Monument was incorporated into this park at this time. Great Basin National Park is the only national park entirely located in the state of Nevada. -
2 million!
The United States Census Bureau estimated that Nevada's population reached two million people this year. -
High Roller
Nevada's first giant observation (ferris) wheel opened on the Las Vegas Strip.
