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“The First State”: Delaware is known
by this nickname due to the fact that on December 7, 1787, it became the
first of the 13 original states to ratify the U.S. Constitution.
“The Diamond State”: This nickname was given to Delaware, according
to legend, by Thomas Jefferson because he described Delaware as a "jewel"
among states due to its strategic location on the Eastern Seaboard.
“Blue Hen State”: This nickname was given to Delaware after the
fighting Blue Hen Cocks that were carried with the Delaware Revolutionary
War Soldiers for entertainment during Cock fights.
“Small Wonder”: This nickname is basically a new nickname. It was
given to Delaware due to its size and the contributions it has made to our
country as a whole and the beauty of Delaware. |