Why was st.paul chosen as the capital of minnesota?

Answer 1

Because that is the city the territorial officials selected for the capital of the Minnesota territory. When Minnesota became a state, St Paul remained the capital of the State. It was chosen mostly, because it was at the center of trade for the area.

Answer 2

By the early 1840s, Saint Paul was important as a trading center and a destination for settlers heading west. The Minnesota Territory was formalized in 1849 and Saint Paul named as its capital. On May 11, 1858, Minnesota was admitted to the union as the thirty-second state, with Saint Paul as the capital.

Answer 3

The primary reason is because it was near the historical center of trading and transportation. Because of its location, it continued to grow in importance and was named the capital of Minnesota Territory in 1849. When Minnesota became a state in 1858, St Paul became the state capital, and has remained the capital.

Answer 4

Because it was the center of commerce during the formation of the Minnesota Territory. When Minnesota became a state, Saint Paul remained the capital.

Answer 5

because it produces cheese