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Washington Symbols, State Names
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Nick Name
Pacific Northwest
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Evergreen State - On November 11, 1889, Washington became the 42nd state to enter the Union. It is the only state named for a president. Washington was nicknamed "The Evergreen State" by C.T. Conover, pioneer Seattle realtor and historian, for its abundant evergreen forests. Unlike the other state symbols, the nickname has never been officially adopted by law.
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Chinook State - Nickname for Chinook Indians, or Chinook salmon, now Oregon's state fish.
Origin of Name
In honor of George Washington
You guessed it! The Washington Territory established in 1853 was named to honor George Washington.
Postal Code
WA
Resident's Name
Washingtonian
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