While thereโs no official state day recognized at the federal level in the US, however, many cities have designated their own special days to celebrate the anniversary of Washingtonโs statehood. Washington was admitted to the Union as the 42nd state on November 11, 1889, and since then, various local communities and organizations in Washington have celebrated the stateโs anniversary with events and festivities.ย WASHINGTON Day is celebrated on the 10th Day in May.
Washington State was named after George Washington, the first President of the United States. The land that is now Washington State was originally inhabited by numerous Native American tribes, including the Chinook, Duwamish, and Yakima. European explorers and fur traders, including the Spanish, British, and Russians began to arrive in the region during the 1700s.
In 1792, Captain George Vancouver claimed the region for Britain, and in 1818, the United States and Britain signed the Treaty of Joint Occupation, which allowed both countries to occupy the region. In 1846, the Oregon Treaty was signed, and the United States gained control of the region south of the 49th parallel, including what is now Washington State.
In 1853, Washington Territory was created, encompassing what is now Washington, Idaho, and parts of Montana and Wyoming. The territory was named after George Washington and was established to provide a more organized system of government for settlers in the region. In 1889, Washington was admitted to the United States as the 42nd state.
Since becoming a state, Washington has grown rapidly and become an important economic and cultural hub in the Pacific Northwest region. The state has a diverse economy, with major industries including technology, aerospace, agriculture, and forestry. Washington is also home to numerous national parks, forests, and other natural attractions, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and tourists.
WASHINGTON STATE Motto
โAl-kiโ
(bye and bye, I will see you again, future of hope, or eventually)
Translated from the Chinook Native American language
American dancer, singer, and actor best known for his roles in classic Hollywood musicals such as โTop Hatโ and โSwing Timeโ. Heโs also widely viewed as the โgreatest popular music dancer of all timeโ! Born 1889.
FRED ASTAIRE Quote
โThe higher up you go, the more mistakes you are allowed. Right at the top, if you make enough of them, itโs considered to be your style.โ
American film producer best known for producing the classic movies โGone with the Windโ and โRebeccaโ. Born 1902.
DAVID O SELZNICK Quote
โThe success of a production depends on the attention paid to detail.โ
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