When was Tucson Arizona founded by Hugo O'Conor?
Hugo O'Conor authorized the construction of Presidio San Agustín del Tucsón on the 20th of August 1775. This military fort became the foundation for what is now Tucson, Arizona.
Questions about Tucson, Arizona
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What are the record high and low temperatures in Tucson Arizona?
The record maximum temperature reached 117 degrees Fahrenheit on the 27th of June 1990. The record minimum hit 6 degrees below zero on the 7th of January 1913.
Who killed William Whitney Brazelton near Point of Mountain Station?
Pima County Sheriff Charles A. Shibell killed Brazelton on the 19th of August 1878 along the Santa Cruz River. This event occurred during a period when stagecoach robberies plagued the region between 1877 and 1878 following incorporation.
Which mountain ranges surround Tucson Arizona?
Tucson sits within the Sonoran Desert surrounded by five mountain ranges including the Santa Catalina Mountains to the north and the Tortolita Mountains to the northeast. Mount Wrightson reaches 9,453 feet above sea level in the Santa Rita Mountains to the south.
When did Tucson become the first American City of Gastronomy?
Tucson became the first American City of Gastronomy designated by UNESCO in 2015 under Creative Cities Network program. This designation highlights the city's unique culinary heritage and annual events like the Sonoran hot dog festival.