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A territory
Arizona was known as a Confederate territory by Jefferson Davis in 1862. This was the first official use of the name Arizona. Arizona supported with men,horses,and supplies. We also have the farhest record of Western engagment of the war. -
US State
Arizona became the 48th constiguous state. -
Retirement Communities
In the 1960's many retirement communities were made for the elderly seniors to help them get through the winter. -
Air conditioning
In 1910 through the 70's the population grew like chaos after WWII when air conditioning was developing. In 1910 the population was 294,353 and it grew to 1,752,122 in the 70's. -
Lowest heat record
At Hawley Lake a cold percentage of -40° made a record of coldest weather in the AZ. Hawley Lake is also usually the coldest place in the AZ. It has 300 acres and has an elevation of 8,200ft. -
Highest heat record 128°F
In Lake Havasu City the heat went up all the way to 128°F or 53°C.