20 Facts About Nebraska
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Here are some interesting facts about Nebraska.
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1.
Nebraska has its very own replica of Stonehenge.
Carhenge is a modern day Stonehenge located in Nebraska. The exhibit features vintage cars partially buried in the ground.
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Kool-Aid was created in Nebraska.
Kool Aid was and is the favorite drink of many children in the US.
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You haven't lived until you've had an Omaha Steak.
Really, nothing is better!
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O’Neill, Nebraska is also the Irish Capital of Nebraska.
Green beer flows freely on Saint Patrick's Day as visitors from around the country participate in the celebrations.
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The Reuben sandwich was created in Nebraska.
This sandwich is so popular that in Omaha, March 14 was proclaimed as Reuben Sandwich Day.
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The name Nebraska comes from an Oto Indian word that means flat water.
It refers to the Platte River.
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The 911 system was first devoloped and used in Nebraska.
Lincoln, Nebraska to be exact. The 911 system is very important and has helped to save many a life.
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Nebraskans like red beer.
It is a combination of V8 juice and beer and quite tasty.
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Nebraska is the 16th largest state in the US.
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Many businesses have their call centers based in Nebraska.
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Nebraskans eat chili and cinnamon rolls in the same meal.
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There are no professional sports teams in Nebraska.
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The largest indoor rainforest in the world is located in Nebraska (Lied Jungle).
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Nebraska was once called “The Great American Desert”.
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The Hallmark Cards Company began in Norfolk, Nebraska.
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The 38th president, Gerald Ford, was born in Omaha, Nebraska.
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There are more miles of river in Nebraska than in any other state.
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Nebraska became a state on March 1, 1867.
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Nebraska is located in both the Great Plains and the Midwestern.
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Spam is made in Nebraska.
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Nebraska is known as the Cornhusker State.
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Boys Town is located in Nebraska.
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The holiday Arbor Day began in Nebraska.
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