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Facts about Size - The area of
the State covers 5544 square miles
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The Constitution -
Connecticut was the 5th State to be admitted to the Union
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3 Largest Cities in
Connecticut - Bridgeport, New Haven and Stamford
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State Motto - " Qui transtulit sustinet " the State Motto is translated as "
He who transplanted still sustains "
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Facts about the State Nickname - The
Constitution State ( Three towns in Connecticut developed the
first written constitution which was called "The Fundamental
Orders" this declared that "the foundation of authority is in
the free consent of the people" )
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Name of the
Connecticut State
Song is " Yankee Doodle " the original Composer is
unknown however "The Yankee Doodle Boy" is another Yankee
Doodle with Music and Lyrics by George M. Cohan
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Short History of
Connecticut - Admitted as one of the original Thirteen
Colonies in 1788. Explored by
Dutch navigators after 1614, and in 1635 colonists from
Massachusetts Bay began to settle in the Connecticut River
valley area.
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Origin of the name - the name was derived from the Indian name "Quinnehtukqut"
which means "beside the long tidal river."
Best Places to Visit in Connecticut
Where are the best
places to visit in Connecticut? What are the most famous and fun
tourist attractions in Connecticut? Visit interesting historical sites
and places in Connecticut during your vacation. Have fun travelling
through the state and enjoy the best places to visit in
Connecticut.
The best ideas for outdoor activities, historical tourist
attractions, parks and zoos - have fun in Connecticut! Best Places to
Visit in Connecticut - Tourist attractions
Best Places to
Visit in Connecticut - Historical Sites
Facts about
the Names
of the Symbols / Emblems of of Connecticut
The following animal, bird, flower and tree are the
symbols / Emblems of the State of Connecticut:
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