Nebraska
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Nebraska is nicknamed "The Cornhusker State" after its main agricultural crop. Large cornfields, wheat fields, and vast grazing lands have earned Nebraska its reputation as one of the world's best agricultural regions. Learn more in Nebraska, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
District of Columbia
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The District of Columbia was created more than 200 years ago as a home for the U.S. federal government. The name Columbia was commonly used after the American
Revolution to refer to the United States. Learn more in District of Columbia, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
Arkansas
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Arkansas is known for its Southern charm and natural wonders. Officially recognized as "The Natural State," Arkansas boasts rugged mountains, clear lakes and streams, and an abundance of wildlife. Learn more in Arkansas, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
Wyoming
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Wyoming has the smallest population of all the 50 states, with about 577,000 residents. Almost 50 percent of Wyoming's citizens live in frontier regions. Learn more in Wyoming, one of the titles in the Our American States
series.
West Virginia
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Located in the middle of the Appalachian Mountains, West Virginia is the most mountainous state east of the Rockies. The state's unusual boundaries give it the shape
of a pan with two large handles. Learn more in West Virginia, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
Iowa
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Iowa is often described as "one giant farm." It has rolling prairie farmland that stretches from the Mississippi River on the east to the Missouri River on the west. Learn more in Iowa, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
Rhode Island
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It should come as no surprise that Rhode Island's official nickname is the Ocean State. The Atlantic Ocean, the second-largest ocean in the world, has greatly influenced the state's economy and its people. Learn more in Rhode Island, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
New Hampshire
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New Hampshire is one of the most forested states in the country. Evergreen forests of spruce and fir trees blanket the north, and white pine, maple, and oak trees cover
parts of southern and central New Hampshire. Learn more in New Hampshire, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
Kentucky
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Many people have experienced Kentucky without ever setting foot in the state. Kentucky has lent its name to numerous renowned events and products, including the Kentucky Derby, a world-famous Thoroughbred horse race. Learn more in Kentucky, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
Vermont
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Every year, more than 13 million people visit the Green Mountain State. Vermont's beautiful scenery and many recreational opportunities make it a popular year-round
vacation spot. Learn more in Vermont, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
Maryland
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Maryland is sometimes called "America in Miniature," a nickname reflecting both its small size and its great diversity. Although it is the ninth-smallest U.S. state, Maryland contains a variety of landscapes and lifestyles. Learn more in Maryland, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
Maine
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Maine is known for its beautiful coastline, which is nearly 3,500 miles long. Charming fishing towns and sandy beaches grace the shore. There are also many rocky outcroppings and islands. Learn more in Maine, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
Missouri
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Missouri was the starting point for many journeys westward. In 1804, explorers Meriwether Lewis and William Clark began their voyage of discovery near St. Louis. Their expedition led the way for American trade and settlement in the West. Learn more in Missouri, one of the titles in the Our American
States series.
Oklahoma
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Once largely agricultural, the economy of Oklahoma today is a blend of agriculture and other industries. Cowboys and rodeos highlight Oklahoma's ranching history, while oil wells reflect the importance of the energy industry to the modern state. Learn more in Oklahoma, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
Indiana
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Of all the prairie states, Indiana is the farthest east. It occupies the smallest area of all the Midwestern states. Learn more in Indiana, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
Nevada
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For many people, the state of Nevada centers on the glittering city of Las Vegas. The city is known for being a year-round vacation destination. Learn more in Nevada, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
Oregon
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Oregon has attracted visitors for centuries. Today, Oregon's stunning combination of mountains, forest, and coastline has led many to refer to the state as the "Pacific Wonderland." Learn more in Oregon, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
Alabama
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Alabama is known for its amazing places and friendly people. The landscape offers a beautiful mix of vast forests, sandy coastal plains, and bountiful farmlands. Learn more in Alabama, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
Minnesota
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Minnesota is known for its many lakes. One of the state's nicknames is "Land of 10,000 Lakes," but it actually has more than 12,000. Learn more in Minnesota, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
Kansas
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Kansas is often referred to as "America's Heartland" or "Midway, U.S.A." This is because it lies in the geographic center of the United States mainland. Learn more in Kansas, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
Louisiana
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Louisiana lies in the part of the United States known as the Deep South. Its shape is said to resemble a boot. Learn more in Louisiana, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
New Mexico
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New Mexico has beautiful landscapes that enchant residents and visitors alike. The state's scenery varies from snowcapped mountains to scorching deserts. Learn more
in New Mexico, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
Delaware
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Occupying less than 2,500 square miles, Delaware is the second-smallest state in the United States. Only Rhode Island is smaller. Learn more in Delaware, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
Utah
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Utah is located in the mountain region of the west-central United States. The state's unique terrain includes snowcapped
mountains, sparkling lakes, deep valleys, barren salt flats, and remote deserts. Its beauty can be experienced year-round.
Learn more in Utah, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
North Dakota
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North Dakota sits in the middle of the North American continent. In fact, a monument near the town of Rugby marks what is believed to be the continent's geographic center. Learn more in North Dakota, one of the titles in the
Our American States series.
South Dakota
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The state of South Dakota stretches from the Black Hills to the Great Plains. In the Badlands, weather has carved rock into unique forms over time. Learn more in South Dakota, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
Puerto Rico
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The United States took control of Puerto Rico in 1898, after the Spanish-American War. Although it belongs to the United States, Puerto Rico is not a state. It is, instead, a
commonwealth. Learn more in Puerto Rico, one of the titles in the Our American States series.
Idaho
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Idaho is known for its natural beauty. It is a mountainous state, filled with breathtaking peaks and magnificent forests and waterways. Learn more in “Idaho”, one of the titles in the “Our American States” series.
Montana
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Montana's name comes from the Spanish word meaning "mountainous." The state is home to more than 100 mountain ranges. Learn more in Montana, one of the titles
in the Our American States series.
Tennessee
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The name Tennessee brings to mind many popular tourist destinations, such as the Great Smoky Mountains and the Appalachian Trail. The state's unique beauty can be experienced year-round. Learn more in Tennessee, one of the titles in the Our American States series.