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The official state nickname of Wyoming is "The Equality State".
The Wyoming Territory (and later State) was one of the first places in the world to give women the vote. It was also the first State to elect a female Governor, with Nellie Taylor Ross being elected in 1924.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 12y agoWyoming is called the "Equality State" because it was the first state to allow women the equal rights to to vote, serve on juries and hold public office.
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∙ 12y agoBecause Wyoming was the first state to give women the right to vote and hold office, so being equal to men and women, hence "Equality State".
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∙ 12y agoUm..i believe it is because Wyoming was the first state to allow women to vote...but i could be wrong...but im pretty sure that's it...
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∙ 7y agoWyoming is known for being the "Equality State" because Wyoming was the first state constitution which gave women the right to vote.
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∙ 13y agoWyoming is called the Equality State.
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What is the nickname of Wyoming state?
Wyoming is called "Big Wyoming", "Cowboy State", and "Equality State".
What state nickname is equality state?
Wyoming is called the Equality State.
What is a nickname for Wyoming?
Wyoming is called "Big Wyoming", "Cowboy State", and "Equality State".
What is Wyoming's state known has?
Wyoming is known as the "Equality State"
Which state is known as the Equality State?
Wyoming is known as the "Equality State"
Is Wyoming the Sooner State?
Wyoming is the Equality State being the first State to grant women the vote
Which state has the nickname equality state?
wyoming
What is Wyoming's state flag nickname?
Wyoming's state flag does not have a nickname. However, the state of Wyoming's official nickname is "The Equality State" which appears on Wyoming's state flag.
When was Wyoming founded?
The state of Wyoming was founded on June 10, 1890. The state capitol is the city of Cheyenne and the state nickname is the Equality State.
What are some other nicknames for Wyoming?
Wyoming's official nickname is 'the Equality State,' as it was the first US state to give women the right to vote. It is also called 'the Cowboy State,' though Texas is also a candidate for this title.
What state believes in equality?
Wyoming. siks believe in equality so wherever they live...
What are some of Wyoming's descriptions?
Some of Wyoming's descriptions include: The Equality State (official state nickname of Wyoming) Big, Wonderful Wyoming or Big Wyoming The Cowboy State Wyoming, Forever West Roam Free
