Georgia

=Georgia=

== Source: [|http://www.nationalatlas.gov] =About Georgia=

Georgia, founded in 1732, is one of the original 13 states. It was named in honor of England's King George II. Georgia is the largest state east of the Mississippi; the state's large size and thriving industries have given it one of its nicknames, the//Empire State of the South//. During the Civil War, the fall of Atlanta was a crucial turning point in the defeat of the South. Today, Atlanta, which became Georgia's capital in 1868, is a thriving city with major national corporations, and it is considered the economic and cultural center of the Southeast. The natural beauty and famous seaside resorts of Georgia are a major attraction for tourists. Many beautiful monuments and parks, including reminders of important Civil War battles and heroes, dot the Georgia countryside. [|Source: http://usa.usembassy.de/georgia.htm]

Symbols of Georgia


**The Georgia flag has three red and white stripes and the state coat of arms on a blue field in the upper left corner. Thirteen stars surrounding the seal denotes Georgia's position as one of the original thirteen colonies. On the seal three pillars supporting an arch represent the three branches of government; legislative, judicial and executive. A man with sword drawn is defending the Constitution, whose principles are wisdom, justice and moderation. The date 1776 represents the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Flag adopted May 8th, 2003

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State Facts

 * Capital:** Atlanta
 * Nickname: Peach State/ Goober State/Empire State of the South **
 * Motto:** Wisdom, justice, and moderation
 * Statehood:** January 2, 1788 (4th)
 * Land Area**: 57,919 square miles; 21st largest
 * Bird:** Brown Thrasher
 * Flower:** Cherokee Rose
 * Tree**: Live Oak
 * Song:** Georgia on My Mind

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Population & Cities
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 * Population:** 9,685,744
 * Largest City:** Atlanta
 * Second Largest City**: Augusta
 * Persons Per Square Mile**: 141

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