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Washington
Located in the Pacific Northwest, Washington is known for its contrasting nature, with deep, rainy forests and mountains to the west and a dry, arid desert to the east, separated by the Cascade mountain range. Washington is the top producer of apples in the United States. About 60 percent of the state's population lives in the Seattle metropolitan area. Ask questions here about Washington state's history, climate, tourism, economy and natural beauty.
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In population order... Seattle, Tacoma, Everett, Federal Way, and Bellingham
Battleground in Washington State?
San Juan Island National Historical Park commerates the Pig War between Britain and the United States. Battle Ground Washington marks the site of the non-battle with the Klickitat Indians during the Yakima Indian uprising.
Where did George Washington place his cannon to pound the British in Boston?
The cannons were placed in the Roxbury area in Boston during the Siege of Boston. The Siege of Boston occurred from April 19, 1775 to March 17, 1776.
Who was the architect for the White House and how was he chosen?
In 1792 George Washington dismissed engineer/architecture Pierre Charles L' Enfants design for insubordination, so he set up a compititon, two actually, one for the Presidents House and one for the Capital. The winner of the compitition for the White House was James Hoban an Immigrant from Ireland that lived in Charleston, South Carolina until he moved to Washington DC in 1792 where he staid until he died in 1831.
What was the original name of mt Washington?
http://www.mountwashington.org/about/visitor/history/ Agiocochook
Is Spokane Washington farther west than LA?
No, Spokane is farther east than Los Angeles.
However, Reno, Nevada, is farther west than Los Angeles. Also, Spokane is farther west than San Diego.
What are 4 important historical events that happened in Washington state?
one thing is mount st helens erupted
How did the road King Tutankhamun in Whatcom County Washington get that name?
I grew up nearby, on the corner of the Pole Road & Aldrich Road _ note that we say 'the' before road names. I'd heard that the King Tut road was named after an elderly bachelor who lived out there & sold soap, which he called 'King Tut' brand, after the tomb artifacts became a big national sensation in the early 20th century.
How long do you have to return a car to the dealer in the state of Utah?
If you took possession, it's yours. Some dealers will allow you to trade the vehicle for something else on the lot if you didn't like something about it, but when buying a vehicle remember the Latin warning; "Caveat Emptor"... Let the buyer beware. If you don't know cars don't buy. If you aren't absolutely certain of your financial status, don't take on an auto loan.
How long does it take to drive from Seattle WA to Forks WA?
MapQuest estimates the driving time as 3 hours and 34 minutes.
What is the driving distance from Briggs Oregon to Spokane Washington?
This is not the original question. There is no town called Briggs in Oregon. Best guess: The distance from Biggs Junction to Spokane is 249 miles.
How long is the drive from Everett WA to Greensboro NC?
Google Maps estimates the driving time as 45 hours.
What function did Puyallup's Camp Harmony once serve?
I'm telling the social studies teachers that you cheated
How long does it take to drive from Bellevue WA to Everett WA?
Google Maps estimeates the driving time as 38 minutes.
How much does it cost to park at warren dunes state park?
It costs about $4.00 to get in the park at Warren Dunes State Park. == ==
Qualifications for governor Washington state?
Must be 30 years or older, live in Washington, and be a citizen of the United States. And, NOT be previously convicted of an "infamous crime" (felony), or, if an "Ex-Offender", have paid trial, restitution, and appellate costs, and not be on WA DOC "Community Custody" as well. Also, NOT be found mentally "incompetent" by a Superior Court in WA State.
How long does it take to drive from Bellingham Washington to Portland Oregon?
Google Maps estimates the driving time as 4 hours and 32 minutes.
Anacortes is in Skagit County, Washington. It is on Fidalgo Island, it is surrounded by the north Puget Sound and San Juan Islands.
What is driving time from New York City New York to Walla Walla Washington?
Google Maps estimates the driving time as 44 hours.
