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The Constitution -
Virginia was the 10th State to be admitted to the Union
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3 Largest Cities
in Virginia - Virginia Beach, Norfolk and Chesapeake
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Virginia State
Motto - " Sic Semper Tyrannis " the State Motto is
translated as " Thus Always to Tyrants"
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Facts about the
State Nickname - The Old Dominion State ( Virginia was given
its nickname "The Old Dominion" by King Charles II of
England at the time of the Restoration for remaining loyal
to the crown during the English Civil War )
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Name of the State
Song is " Carry Me Back to Old Virginia " the words of the
song and music composed by James A. Bland
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Short History of
Virginia - Early colonizing attempts (1584-1587) by Sir
Walter Raleigh failed, but in 1607 colonists dispatched by
the London Company established the first permanent
settlement at Jamestown
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Origin of the name
- Named after Queen Elizabeth I of England - the "Virgin
Queen
Best Places to Visit in Virginia
Where are the best
places to visit in Virginia? What are the most famous and fun
tourist attractions in Virginia? Visit interesting historical
sites and places in Virginia during your vacation. Have fun
travelling through the state and enjoy the best places to visit
in Virginia. The best ideas for outdoor activities, historical
tourist attractions, parks and zoos - have fun in Virginia! Best Places to
Visit in Virginia - Tourist attractions
Best Places to
Visit in Virginia - Historical Sites
Facts
about the Names of the Symbols / Emblems of of Virginia
The following animal, bird, flower and tree are the
symbols / Emblems of the State of Virginia:
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Virginia State Bird
Symbol - Cardinal
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Virginia State
Flower Symbol - American Dogwood
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Virginia State
Insect Emblem - Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly
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Tree - Dogwood (Cornus
florida)
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