Florida Becomes the 27th State of the United States
On March 3rd, 1845, Florida becomes the 27th state of the United States, after being a territory for more than two hundred years. Its admission marked a significant expansion of the country’s southeastern region.
Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Raven” is Published
On January 29th, 1845, Edgar Allan Poe’s famous poem, “The Raven,” was published for the first time. This haunting and iconic work has left an enduring mark on literature.
Texas Joins the United States
The Lone Star State became a part of the United States on December 29th, 1845, as Texas was admitted to the Union. Its annexation sparked tensions that eventually led to the Mexican-American War.