It seems like the 'I' states are located in the Midwest as we remain in the land of corn. On the surface, it may not be a state of interest. You may pass through to go to somewhere that may be more interesting than farmland, but there's more to Iowa than corn. Here's ten things …
Category: The States
10 Things About: Indiana
Back to the Midwest and having an insight into the state of Indiana. It's certainly more diverse and interesting than rows upon rows of corn. Here are ten things you (probably) didn't know about the Hoosier State. State Number 19 Indiana's admission to the Union was on the 11th of December 1816, making it the …
10 Things About: Illinois
The state of Al Capone, but there's more to Illinois than Italian gangsters and people who talk funny. Here are ten things you (probably) didn't know about the Land of Lincoln. The 21st State Illinois became part of the Union on the 3rd December 1818, becoming the 21st state. Illinois Territory was created in 1809, …
10 Things About: Idaho
According to the joke, it's the state that sounds like a prostitute introducing herself. Maybe the name sounds a little dodgy, but the Gem State truly is a landscape gem of the United States. Here are ten things you (probably) didn't know about Idaho State Number 43 Idaho is the 43rd state of the Union, …
10 Things About: Hawaii
The land of Aloha and visions of tropical paradise, Hawaii seems like the ultimate vacation location. The island chain is the only state outside of the North American continent - it is actually in Oceania. Aside from that little bit of trivia, here are ten things you (probably) didn't know about the Aloha State. The …
10 Things About: Delaware
This little state packs its own punch with its long history. Try not to do as I sometimes do and forget about its existence. Here are ten things you (probably) didn't know about the First State. The First State Its no surprise that Delaware is nicknamed 'the First State' because it was the first state …
10 Things About: Georgia
Georgia began as a colony - its name doesn't let you forget that as it was named after King George II of Great Britain. Being one of the oldest states, Georgia has a rich history and culture. Here are ten things you (probably) didn't know about the Peach State. State Number 4 Georgia's admission to …
10 Things About: Connecticut
Not New York's smaller sibling, Connecticut as its own identity and rich history spanning as far back as the early 1600s. Here are ten things you (probably) didn't know about the Constitution State. State Number 5 Connecticut was the 5th state to become part of the Union. It was granted statehood on the 9 January …
10 Things About: Florida
The land of sunshine and beaches, but there is more to Florida than finding your vices in Miami or meeting Mickey Mouse at Disney World. Here are ten things you (probably) didn't know about the Sunshine State. The 27th State Florida became the 27th state on the 3rd March 1845. Settlement in Florida can be …
10 Things About: Colorado
In recent years, Colorado has become associated with weed and marijuana legalization. Put down the blunt or bong for a moment, here are ten things you (probably) didn't know about the Centennial State. The 38th State Colorado became part of the Union on the 1 August 1876 and was the 38th state of the United …