20 Facts About North Dakota
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More than 90,000 bison live in North Dakota.
In 1900, the population of the bison was low (about 600). President Teddy Roosevelt took action and saved the bison from extinction.
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More than 90% of North Dakota is farmland.
Let's face it, farmers are an important part of America's history. Without farmers, we cannot eat. In addition, North Dakota is one of the top producers of wheat.
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North Dakota holds the world record for making the most snow angels in one place at the same time.
It took over 8,000 people to help make it happen at the state capital grounds.
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If you are into rodeos, you must North Dakota.
North Dakota hosts about 50 rodeos each year which attract patrons from around the country.
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Two attempts have been made to change the state name to Dakota.
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The geographical center of North America is located in North Dakota.
Depending on who you talk to, the town is either Rugby or Balta North Dakota. The spot is marked with a 15 foot tall obelisk noting the designation in Rugby.
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Milk is the official beverage.
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There are more registered vehicles than there are residents in North Dakota.
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North Dakota produces more sunflowers than any other state in the United States.
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English is the official state language.
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The world's largest cow Holstein cow, Salem Sue, comes from North Dakota.
Her stats are: 38 feet tall, 50 feet long, six tons.
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If you are afraid of earthquakes, move to North Dakota.
North Dakota is the only state in the US to have never had an earthquake.
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North Dakota was home to the world's largest pancake feed in the world.
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The northeastern part of North Dakota was obtained through a treaty with Great Britain in the early 1800s.
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North Dakota was included as part of the Louisiana Purchase.
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The state nicknames are the Peace Garden State, Flickertail State, and the Roughrider State.
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North Dakota is the 39th state.
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The word Dakota is Sioux and means allies or friends.
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North Dakota has more wildlife refuges than any other state in the US.
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North Dakota is home to the world's largest french fry.
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