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Vermont
This category covers questions about the New England state of Vermont. Vermont was one of three states to have been once recognized as independent nations, as the Vermont Republic (1777-1791). It was later admitted into the Union on March 4, 1791 and currently has a population of around 620,000.
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Which colony did Maine and Vermont belong to?
Maine was a province of Massachussets until 1820. Vermont was claimed by New Hampshire and New York after the Treaty of Paris in 1763.
Who were the Green Mountain Boys?
The Green Mountain Boys were a colonial militia organized to defend the Vermont Colony from Indian attacks, and were active in territorial disputes with other colonies. They were also active in the American Revolution mostly supporting the Patriot side. Their most prominent leader was Ethan Allen.
What are the states in the northeast region?
Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, New York, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey
What is the queen city of Vermont?
Burlington , Vermont. Largest city in State.
Burlington and Rutland are the only above 15,000 in Vermont.
What state is better to retire in Vermont or New Jersey?
I CAME TO VERMONT FROM NEW JERSEY TO LIVE. IF YOU NEED TO STILL WORK YOUR BEST BET IS TO STAY IN NJ, BECAUSE THERE IS NO WORK THAT PAYS GOOD UP HERE IN VT. BUT, IF YOU CAN MAKE IT WITH WHAT MONEY YOU HAVE YOU CAN`T BEAT VT TO RETIRE.
What is a famous landmark in Vermont?
There are many famous landmarks in Vermont such as the Socialist Labor Party Hall, the Round Church, the Vermont State House, and the Emma Willard House.
Where can you find the cost of living prices for Vermont in the early 1900s?
You could try the Burlington Free Press that's dated from the time period you're interested in. There are also various industry books available at libraries that are interesting to read. The advertisements in the newspapers are particularly fascinating. Patricia
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Technically 1763 as the New Hampshire grants, led by New Hampshire Governor Benning Wentworth. Then established as the first independent, fully-sovereign nation in the new world as the Vermont Republic in 1777, and finally as the state of Vermont in 1791.
So take your pick:
1763, 1777, or 1791. It depends on your personal criteria.
Who was the first person to be born?
It's not known who was first born. However, Cain, son of Adam and Eve, is the first person mentioned who was born.
There are very few states in the U.S. with legal minimum ages for children home alone, but many state agencies have published guidelines. Georgia, Illiniois, Maryland and Oregon are a few of the states with specific ages mentioned in their laws.
12 years of age appears to be the most common recommendation. Below in Related Links is an article entitled Latchkey Kids Age Limits which provides a state by state comparison with references.
One guideline from a California child welfare representative suggests that 8 year olds and over can be left at home for a brief period of time (usually just after school).
What towns are included in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont?
I believe the Northeast Kingdom is made up of the Caledonia County which includes the towns of Barnet, Burke, Danville, East Burke,East Hardwick, East Lyndon, Groton, Hardwick, Kirby, Lyndon, Lyndonville, Newark, Peacham, ryegate, Sheffield, St Johnsbury, Stannard (Goshen Gore, Sutton, Walden, Waterford, West Burke, West Danville and Wheelock. Essex County is also part of the Northeast Kingdom and includes the towns of Averill, Averys Gore, Bloomfield, Brighton, Brunswick, Canaan, Concord, East Brighton, East Concord, East Haven, Ferinand, Gilman, Granby, Guildhall, Island Pond, Lemington, Lewis, Lunenburg, Maidstone, Norton, Victory and some small gores. The third county that I believe makes up the Northeast Kingdom is Orleans County that includes Albany, Barton, Beebe Plain, Brownington, Coventry, Craftsbury, Derby and Derby Line, Glover, Greensboro, Irasburg, Jay, Lowell, MOrgan, Newport, North Troy, Orleans Westmore and Willoughby plus smaller villages in that general area. Hope this is helpful. It is my opinion, as a native Vermonter, that the Northeast Kingdom is the most fascination area of the State to get to know. This area truly respresents the Vermont way of life.
To summarize all of that above, the Northeast Kingdom is composed of Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans Counties and all of their respective towns. The three largest towns in order of population are St. Johnsbury, Lyndon (more commonly known by its village "Lyndonville"), and Newport City. Isalnd Pond, which is a village in Barton, also has a significant population center.
What is the history of Prospect House in Lake Bomoseen Vermont?
The Prospect House was originally built in 1887 by William C. Mound. The property was purchased in 1894 by Horace B. Ellis. Mr. Ellis ran the Prospect House until his death in 1915 and his sone, Edward, continued operating the resort through the summer of 1921. In the Fall of 1921 Mr. Loren R. Johnston of the Hotel Ormond (Ormond Beach, Florida) purchased the property from Edward Ellis. Mr. Johnston sold the property in 1924 to John J. Quinlan of the Cedar Grove Hotel and J. Howard Hart. In 1946, the Quinlan Family sold its 60% interest in the Prospect House to Fred Bennet. Upon Bennet's death, J. Howard Hart bought the remaining 60%. Upon Hart's death in 1966, Harriet and Chuck Baker purchased the property from the Hart estate. Harriet Baker died in 1971.
What is the driving distance from Boca Raton FL to Charleston SC?
It is 548.49 miles according to MapQuest.
What are the state symbols for Vermont?
State bird: Hermit Thrush. State Flower: Red Clover. State Tree: Maple Tree.
Nickname: "Green Mountain State" Motto: "Freedom and Unity
Hope this helped!!
Who is the group of fighting farmers from Vermont who helped capture Fort Ticonderoga?
That was the Green Mountain Boys, led by Ethan Allen.
Yes an no... Vermont was a state and could not actual declare war on Germany during WWII but they passed a law to boost vermont service members pay during war (i wish they still had this law i could use the cash) the lauge used was effectivly declaring war, at least that's what the TIMES reported a week after the law was passed. chairman of the House Military Affairs Committee for veromont Norton who introduced the law said this about it "As far as Vermont is concerned, we [have] declared war. " I have read that they declared war before WWI as well but i havent been able to find solid proof or specific details.
These green hills and silver waters
are my home they belong to me
and to all
her sons and daughters
may they be strong and forever free
let us live to protect her beauty
and look with pride on the golden dome
they say home is where the heart is
these green mountains are my home
these green mountains are my home
Why is Vermont not considered one of the original 13 states?
Because we're just too darn contrary and decided to declair ourselves our own country in 1777 at the Congress at Windsor. Remember... Vermont was New England's wilderness at the time, and people who weren't well adjusted or were considered criminals in other parts of New England (like Ethan Allen and his brothers!) were actively encouraged to go to Vermont and "settle" there. In other words... to get the heck out of civilization! No wonder it is from Vermont we get the first decisive and winning battle of the revolution (the capture of Fort Ticonderoga) and no wonder Vermont decided to go it alone in 1777... most of these people had been asked to leave the other colonies and were in no mood to be cooperative or nice to anybody! :-) Actually, it was because there were disputed boundaries. Same lands were granted in VT by both New York and New Hampshire causing much confusion as to where the actual boundaries were. For example, the Battle of Bennington was fought in what was then known as Vermont, but is now in New York after the boundaries were established. As a side bar, there was no "battle" at the capture of Ticonderoga ... the Green Mountain Boys simply walked into the fort in the wee-wee hours and caught the British literally, asleep.
