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Facts about Size - The area of
the State covers 10555 square miles
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The Constitution -
Massachusetts was the 6th State to be admitted to the Union
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3 Largest Cities in
Massachusetts - Boston, Worcester and Springfield
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State Motto - " Ense petit placidam sub libertate quietem " the State Motto is translated as
" By the sword we seek Peace, but Peace only under
Liberty "
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Facts about the State Nickname - The
Bay State so named for the Cape Cod Bay where early
settlements were made and to the Massachusetts Bay Company
given a royal charter in 1629 to promote settlement of the new
land.
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Name of the State
Song is " All Hail to Massachusetts " the words and
music of the song are by Arthur Marsh
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Short History of
Massachusetts - The first settlement was made by the
Pilgrims of the Mayflower in 1620. Initially governed by the
Massachusetts Bay Company 1629 - 1684
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Origin of the name - Named after the Massachusetts Indians that lived in the
Massachusetts Bay area the name means "large hill place
Best Places to Visit in Massachusetts
Where are the best
places to visit in Massachusetts? What are the most famous and fun
tourist attractions in Massachusetts? Visit interesting historical sites
and places in Massachusetts during your vacation. Have fun travelling
through the state and enjoy the best places to visit in
Massachusetts.
The best ideas for outdoor activities, historical tourist
attractions, parks and zoos - have fun in Massachusetts! Best Places to
Visit in Massachusetts - Tourist attractions
Best Places to
Visit in Massachusetts - Historical Sites
Facts about
the Names
of the Symbols / Emblems of of Massachusetts
The following animal, bird, flower and tree are the
symbols / Emblems of the State of Massachusetts:
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Massachusetts State Animal Symbol - Boston Terrier
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Massachusetts State Bird Symbol - Black-capped
Chickadee
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Massachusetts State Flower Symbol - Mayflower (Epigaea
repens)
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Massachusetts State Insect Emblem - Ladybug
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Tree - American Elm (Ulmus
americana)
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