USA History
Ohio
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: March 1, 1803
Capital: Columbus
Known as: Buckeye State
Motto: With God, all things are possible
Bird: Cardinal
Insect: Ladybug
Flower: Scarlet Carnation
Stone: Ohio Flint
Song: "Beautiful Ohio"
Tree: Buckeye
Area: 44,828 Square miles
Number of Counties: 88
Highest point: 1,549 feet (Campbell Hill)
Lowest point: 455 feet (Ohio River)