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Facts from the USA
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Connecticut
American Journeys - Connecticut - Constitution State
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Shortname:
CT
Nickname:
Constitution State
Motto:
Qui Transtulit Sustinet (He who transplanted still sustains)
Union entry:
1/9/1788
Song:
Yankee Doodle Dandy
Flower:
Mountain Laurel
Bird:
American Robin
Tree:
White Oak
Area:
5009 sq.miles
Topography:
Western upland, th Berkshires in the northwest. Hilly eastern upland drained by rivers
Highest elevation:
feet
Climate:
Moderate. Winters average, slightly below freezing. Warm humid summers
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