#26: June 22-28

Battle of Little Bighorn (June 25–26, 1876)

This battle is sometimes called “Custer’s Last Stand.” It happened in Montana when U.S. soldiers led by Lieutenant Colonel George Custer fought against a large group of Native American warriors, including Lakota Sioux, Northern Cheyenne, and Arapaho. The Native Americans won the battle. It was an important moment in the long and difficult story between Native peoples and the U.S. government.
Fun Fact: The Native American leaders Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse became famous across the country after this battle.

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GI Bill Signed (June 22, 1944)

During World War II, many American soldiers were serving far from home. President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the GI Bill to help them when they returned. This new law helped pay for college, job training, and even home loans for veterans. It helped millions of people build better lives after the war.
Fun Fact: Thanks to the GI Bill, more than half of all World War II veterans went to college or got job training!

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3. New Hampshire Becomes the 9th State to Ratify the Constitution (June 21, 1788)

Just one day before our time window begins, something very important happened: New Hampshire said “yes” to the U.S. Constitution, becoming the 9th state to approve it. That made it official—the Constitution would become the law of the land! This document created the government we still have today, with three branches and important rules to protect freedom.
Fun Fact: The Constitution needed nine states to say yes—but eventually, all 13 original colonies joined in.

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4. Fair Labor Standards Act Signed (June 25, 1938)

President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed a law that helped protect workers. It created the first minimum wage, set rules for fair working hours, and worked to stop child labor in factories. This law helped make jobs safer and better for many Americans.
Fun Fact: When the law first passed, the minimum wage was just 25 cents an hour!

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5. Helen Keller Was Born (June 27, 1880)

Helen Keller was born in Alabama. When she was a baby, she became blind and deaf, but she didn’t let that stop her. With help from her teacher, Anne Sullivan, she learned to read, write, and speak. She grew up to be a famous author and helper to people with disabilities all over the world.
Fun Fact: Helen Keller was the first person who was blind and deaf to graduate from college—she even learned to speak five languages! Listen to Episode 88: The Story of Helen Keller