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Alabama — “Yellowhammer State”
This nickname dates all the way back to the 1860s when the Civil War was in full swing. Pieces of yellow cloth resembling the Yellowhammer bird were attached to confederate uniforms and earned soldiers the nickname “yellowhammers.” It caught on and eventually became the unofficial state nickname.
Alaska — “The Last Frontier”
Alaska was the 49th state to join the union, hence the nickname “The Last Frontier.” Only 1/3 of the land in the entire state has been defined by cities and towns, leaving a vast expanse of undisturbed, remote landscape.
Arizona — “The Grand Canyon State”
The Grand Canyon is Arizona’s most famous national park and its claim to fame. The term “grand canyon” was coined in the 1870s by John Wesley Powell during his exploration of the Colorado River.
Arkansas — “The Natural State”
An abundance of beautiful natural geographical structures like rivers, caves, hills, and valleys all contribute to this nickname. The variety of plants and animals that call this state home only adds to its natural beauty.
California — “The Golden State”
The Gold Rush had a lot to do with the publishing of this nickname. Gold was discovered in California in 1848 and as a result, hundreds of thousands of people made their way to the state to find their fortunes. California seems to radiate gold, with the Golden Gate Bridge, The Golden Slate Museum, and the fields of golden poppies that bloom in the springtime.
I hope you liked this post and as always have a chilled day from the Viking.
STATE SLOGANS
Alabama — “Yellowhammer State”
This nickname dates all the way back to the 1860s when the Civil War was in full swing. Pieces of yellow cloth resembling the Yellowhammer bird were attached to confederate uniforms and earned soldiers the nickname “yellowhammers.” It caught on and eventually became the unofficial state nickname.
Alaska — “The Last Frontier”
Alaska was the 49th state to join the union, hence the nickname “The Last Frontier.” Only 1/3 of the land in the entire state has been defined by cities and towns, leaving a vast expanse of undisturbed, remote landscape.
Arizona — “The Grand Canyon State”
The Grand Canyon is Arizona’s most famous national park and its claim to fame. The term “grand canyon” was coined in the 1870s by John Wesley Powell during his exploration of the Colorado River.
Arkansas — “The Natural State”
An abundance of beautiful natural geographical structures like rivers, caves, hills, and valleys all contribute to this nickname. The variety of plants and animals that call this state home only adds to its natural beauty.
California — “The Golden State”
The Gold Rush had a lot to do with the publishing of this nickname. Gold was discovered in California in 1848 and as a result, hundreds of thousands of people made their way to the state to find their fortunes. California seems to radiate gold, with the Golden Gate Bridge, The Golden Slate Museum, and the fields of golden poppies that bloom in the springtime.
I hope you liked this post and as always have a chilled day from the Viking.
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