History of Bismarck, North Dakota Northern Pacific, which survived bankruptcy and continued the railroad. Upon emerging from bankruptcy, construction immediately commenced on a $1 million bridge to span the Missouri River. The first passenger train crossed the Missouri in 1882, bringing never-ending traffic to the area. The territorial capital of Dakota Territory was moved from Yankton to Bismarck in 1883, putting Bismarck in the national spotlight. Local political boss Alexander McKenzie is credited for achieving the new role for Bismarck. When the Dakota Territory was split into two states, North Dakota and South Dakota, Jamestown, ND was chosen as the new state capital for North
Adjutant General of North Dakota Adjutant General of North Dakota The Adjutant General of North Dakota is the highest-ranking military official in the State of North Dakota and is subordinate to the Governor of North Dakota. The Adjutant General is a member of the Governor's Cabinet and advises the Governor on military and emergency management matters. The Adjutant General is in charge of the North Dakota Army National Guard, North Dakota Air National Guard, the North Dakota Department of Emergency Services (Homeland Security and State Radio), and the North Dakota Civil Air Patrol. The current Adjutant General of North Dakota is Major General Alan S.