American history, world history, biographies, historical oddities, decade roundups.
Louisiana is a state of river country, living cultures, extraordinary food, music, and history at the Gulf’s edge. 15 Essential Facts About Louisiana 1. Louisiana became the 18th state on April 30, 1812. Louisiana became the 18th state on April…
Iowa is a state of rivers, rich soil, civic traditions, and influential American agriculture. 15 Essential Facts About Iowa 1. Iowa became the 29th state on December 28, 1846. Iowa became the 29th state on December 28, 1846. 2. Des…
Illinois combines prairie, river country, farms, and the global city of Chicago in one nationally influential state. 15 Essential Facts About Illinois 1. Illinois became the 21st state on December 3, 1818. Illinois became the 21st state on December 3,…
Idaho is a state of rivers, rugged mountains, volcanic plains, farms, and a deep western history. 15 Essential Facts About Idaho 1. Idaho became the 43rd state on July 3, 1890. Idaho became the 43rd state on July 3, 1890.…
Hawaii is an island state with living Native Hawaiian culture, volcanic landscapes, and a history that reaches far beyond the mainland’s horizon. 15 Essential Facts About Hawaii 1. Hawaii became the 50th state on August 21, 1959. Hawaii became the…
Georgia is a state of coast, mountains, cities, agriculture, and nationally significant history. 15 Essential Facts About Georgia 1. Georgia became the fourth state on January 2, 1788. Georgia became the fourth state on January 2, 1788. 2. Atlanta is…
California’s essential guide: statehood, history, geography, culture, symbols, and 15 facts about the Golden State.
Arkansas’s essential guide: statehood, history, geography, culture, symbols, and 15 facts about the Natural State.
Arizona’s essential guide: statehood, history, geography, culture, symbols, and 15 facts about the Grand Canyon State.
Alaska’s essential guide: statehood, history, geography, culture, symbols, and 15 facts about the Last Frontier.
