The United States has a rich history spanning nearly 250 years. The national motto "In God We Trust" dates back to the Civil War—although Congress didn't make it official until 1956. Each state's ...

A congressman from Georgia later adopted the nickname in the 1920s for an editorial piece criticizing Maryland's refusal to pass an act enforcing Prohibition. With more than 40 bays, it's easy to see ...

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Although Alabama doesn’t have an official nickname, the nickname that’s most commonly used is “Heart of Dixie,” according to the Alabama state archives. Others include the Cotton State, originating in ...