Category Politics

New Hampshire joined the Union on June 21, 1788, as the ninth state to ratify the United States Constitution. This act followed shortly after the Constitution was signed on September 17, 1787, and required nine out of the thirteen original…

West Virginia joined the Union on June 20, 1863, during the American Civil War. It became the 35th state of the United States. The region that would become West Virginia was part of Virginia until it separated due to differences…

Idaho joined the Union on July 3, 1890, as the 43rd state. Its admission to the United States followed a period of settlement and development that was influenced by the discovery of gold and the expansion of agriculture and the…

Nebraska joined the Union on March 1, 1867. It became the 37th state to be admitted to the United States. Known as the “Cornhusker State,” Nebraska is a powerhouse of agriculture, significantly contributing to the nation’s corn, beef, pork, and…

New Mexico joined the Union as the 47th state on January 6, 1912. This event marked its transition from a U.S. territory to full statehood, allowing it to participate fully in the national government and electoral processes. The admission of…

Mississippi joined the Union on December 10, 1817. It became the 20th state of the United States of America. It is renowned for its significant contributions to American music, especially the blues. The state is considered the birthplace of this…

Arkansas joined the Union on June 15, 1836, becoming the 25th state to do so. Its admission to the Union was part of the country’s westward expansion during the 19th century. James Sevier Conway became the first governor of Arkansas…

Puerto Rico became a part of the United States on December 10, 1898, as a result of the Treaty of Paris, which ended the Spanish-American War. Under this treaty, Spain ceded Puerto Rico, along with Guam and the Philippines, to…

Iowa joined the Union on December 28, 1846, becoming the 29th state of the United States. The state is often called the “Food Capital of the World,” as it’s a leading producer of corn, soybeans, pork, and eggs in the…