North Carolina

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North Carolina

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Rowan County

North Carolina

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State Capital - Raleigh

State tree - Long Leaf Pine

State flower - Dogwood

State bird - Cardinal

Highest point - Mt. Mitchell; 6,684 feet

Largest city - Charlotte

Are 48,843 square miles

Statehood - November 21, 1789 (12th state admitted)

State mott - Esse quam videri (To be rather than to seem)

State song - "The Old North State"

North Carolina

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North Carolina is the Land of Waterfalls.

Allagash Falls, Maine

Postcrossing postcard #26
The Allagash falls is a very scenic series of falls, with the largest being a 6 yard drop. This is a canoeist's stopover on the Allagash Wilderness waterway.

North Carolina

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For centuries, lighthouses have been erected to protect ships and guide them safely away from low shoals. Each lighthouse has individual markings making it readily identifiable from a distance. Advancements in technology have made the lighthouses obsolete, but most are open to the tourists and visitors providing a historic view of times gone by.

Maryland

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Area - 10, 577 square miles

Population - 4,781,468

Capital - Annapolis

Largest City - Baltimore

Statehood - 1788

Nickname - Old Line State

Motto - Manly Deeds, Womanly Words

State bird - Baltimore Oriole

State flower - Black-eyed Susan

State tree - White Oak

Washington D. C.

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The White House is the oldest public structure, started in 1792 and home of the Presidents of the United States. Is is a perfect example of late 18th century Renaissance and yet has the simple dignity of a gracious American home.

Washington D. C.

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A beautiful panoramic view showing the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Tidal Basin and the Washington Monument in the distance.

Washington D.C.

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Every year on the Fourth of July at nightfall, a spectacular fireworks show takes place over the nation's capital. The Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument and the United States Capitol (l. -r.) provides an inspiring setting for the Independence Day celebration.