USA History
Connecticut
The following information is provided by:
Carpenter, Allen and Provorse, Carl. "The World Almanac Of The U.S.A." World Almanac Books, New Jersey. (C)1996.
Became State: January 9, 1788
Capital: Hartford
Known as: Constitution State, Nutmeg State
Motto: He who transplanted still sustains
Bird: American Robin
Insect: Praying Mantis
Flower: Mountain Laurel
Mineral: Garnet
Song: "Yankee Doodle"
Tree: White oak
Area: 5,544 Square miles
Number of Counties: 8
Highest point: 2,380 feet (Mount Frissel)
Lowest point: sea level (Long Island Sound)