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Virginia - Overview and History
Home » Virginia » Virginia Overview and History » Virginia - Overview and HistoryOne of the original thirteen stars on the flag, the Commonwealth of Virginia (actually one of only four states that uses that term – “Commonwealth”) was the first part of the New World (America) that England colonized permanently. Named after Queen Elizabeth – the Virgin Queen – Virginia is sometimes considered to be in the Southern United States and sometimes the Mid-Atlantic States. It “gave birth” to several other states – Kentucky, West Virginia, Ohio, and Indiana – and eight US Presidents – Washington, Jefferson, Monroe, Madison, Wilson, Harrison, Tyler, and Taylor. These accomplishments have helped Virginia become known as the “Mother of States” as well as the “Mother of Presidents.”
Virginia is a state rich with heritage; and yet even without its history, it is an exciting place to live and visit. To even begin to understand Virginia’s legacy and place in the United States today, you must first take a look at her geography, history, government and economics, demographics, and special state details (like the fact that Virginia’s State Bat is the Virginia Big-Eared Bat).
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