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Statehood
Rhode Island becomes the 13th state. -
Industry
Samuel Slater opens the first machanized textile mill in the U.S. -
Dorr Rebellion
Thomas Dorr leads a rebellion over voting rights. -
Voting Rights
The law is changed, allowing immigrants to vote in statewide elections without having to own property. -
World War l
Rhode Islanders fight in World War l. -
"Bloodless Revolution"
The "Bloodless Revolution" puts the Democratic Party in Control of the state government. -
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World War ll
More than 92,000 Rhode Islanders serve in the military during World War ll. -
Save the Bay
Save the Bay is formed to limit development near Narragansett Bay. -
Winning a Lawsuit
Rhode Island becomes the first state to win a lawsuit against companies that made dangerous lead paint.
