Historical Events tagged with "John N. Goodwin"
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Arizona Becomes a United States Territory
Arizona was officially organized as a United States territory through an act signed on February 24, 1863. The region had previously been part of New Mexico Territory, and its new status was part of a broader strategy to secure the area for the Union during the Civil War. The first governor appointed to the territory was John N. Goodwin, who faced numerous challenges including managing the diverse populations within the territory and establishing governance. The territory's creation was critical in solidifying U.S. control over the southwest region.
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