15 Fast Facts about Nebraska

Nebraska is the 16th largest state in the United States. And even though the state is landlocked, incredibly Nebraska has a Navy. Home to Warren Buffet, the Reuben sandwich, and the birthplace of Kool-Aid, here are 15 fast facts about Nebraska – The Cornhusker State.

Fast Facts about Nebraska:

1. Capital: Lincoln
2. U.S. State Abbreviation: NE
3. Admission to Statehood: March 1st, 1867
4. # State to Enter Union: 37th
5. Time Zone(s): Central
6. Nickname: The Cornhusker State
7. Largest City: Omaha
8. Number of Representatives: 3
9. Bird: Western Meadowlark
10. Flower: Goldenrod
11. Flag Colors: Gold, Silver and Blue
12. Demonym: Nebraskan
13. Border States: South Dakota, Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, Colorado, and Wyoming
14. Population (2015): 1,952,570; Rank: 38 of 50
15. Motto/Slogan: Equality Before the Law

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