Wisconsin

=Wisconsin=

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About Wisconsin
The state's name is an English version of a French adaptation of an Indian name said to mean "the place where we live." In 1634, Frenchman Jean Nicolet became Wisconsin's first European explorer. The French controlled the area until 1763, when it was ceded to the British. In 1848, Wisconsin was admitted as the 30th state. Wisconsin's natural beauty has made the state a favorite playground of the nation. Vacationers enjoy the state's clean lakes, rolling hills, quiet valleys, deep forests and cool, pine-scented breezes. The winters are ideal for skating, skiing, snowmobiling and tobogganing. Many communities stage curling matches during the winter and others hold snowmobile derbies. Many annual events celebrate the state's rich ethnic heritage and diversity. With the nickname "America's Dairyland," it's no surprise that Wisconsin is first in the country in the production of milk, cheese, and butter. In fact, the loyal fans of the Green Bay Packers football team call themselves "cheeseheads." Milwaukee, the state's largest city, helps make Wisconsin one of the largest manufacturing states in the nation.  Source:[]

Symbols of Wisconsin

 * Starting at the top of a shield on a dark blue field is the state motto "Forward". Below it is a badger the state animal. A sailor and miner show that the people work on water and land. The shield in the center shows Wisconsin's support for the United States. In four sections surrounding the shield are representations of the states main industries: Agriculture, mining, manufacturing and navigation. The cornucopia and pile of lead represent farm products and minerals. The flag law was amended in 1979 to include the name of the state and the date of statehood.**

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State Facts

 * Capital:** Madison
 * Nickname:** Badger State / America's Dairyland
 * Motto:** Forward
 * Statehood:** May 29, 1848 (30th)
 * Land Area**: 54,314 sq.mi., 25th largest
 * Bird:** Robin
 * Flower:** Wood Violet (viola papilionacea)
 * Tree**: Sugar Maple (acer saccharum)
 * Song:** On Wisconsin

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Population & Cities

 * Population:** 5,627,967
 * Largest City:** Milwaukee
 * Second Largest City:** Madison
 * Persons Per Square Mile:** 99

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