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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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Who are Vermont's congressmen and women?
Vermont has only one US Representative and that is Peter Welch. There are also 150 State Legislators and 30 State Senators.
How many driving miles from Bangor Maine to Burlington Vermont?
It is 284.94 miles according to MapQuest.
How did Vermont get the Motto 'Freedom and Unity'?
Because a mayor of Vermont said that Vermont was the state of freedom and unity, so soon that just became Vermont's motto.
The motto Freedom and Unity was developed to provide Vermonters with a guide to living... and government a reminder of the character of the Vermonter.
Freedom of the Individual, within the Unity of a community or state. In other words, the Freedom of an individual is paramount, until it starts infringing on the Unity or harmony of the community.
These are, as you can imagine, two absolutely opposite ideals... you can either be completely free as an individual to do as you please, or you can live within the confines and norms of what the community deems appropriate.
The history of Vermont is a 200 year plus dance trying to balance these two ideals off against each other. The writers of Vermont's constitution recognized that absolute perfection in both ideals was unattainable, but that the striving for perfection was a laudable goal.
And so we have a motto which is as contrary as the state of Vermont:
Freedom and Unity.
Freedom and Unity.
Freedom and Unity.
The Vermont stamp doesn't add to its value.
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Can you drive an 18 pass bus registered in vermont with a New York state cdl?
Yes, so long as you have a CDL corresponding to or exceeding the weight rating of that vehicle, as well as a passenger endorsement.
What are some facts about Vermont?
- Vermont is one of only three states to have once existed as an officially recognized independent nation (as Vermont Republic), the others being Texas (Republic of Texas) and Hawaii (Kingdom and Republic of Hawaii).
- Visitors can cross Lake Champlain to New York via ferry from Vermont at three locations: Charlotte, Burlington and Grand Isle. Ferry-goers might even spot "Champ", Lake Champlain's mythical monster.
- Vermont is the only one of the New England states that does not border the sea.
- Three quarters of Vermont is covered with forest, including ash, beech, birch, maple, hickory, oak, pine and spruce trees.
- Vermont is famous for its family farms, having some 6,900 farms, most of them small.
- In April 2000, Vermont became the first U.S. state to legally recognize so-called "civil unions" between homosexual partners.
- Ben & Jerry's Homemade Holdings, Inc. Ice Creamery was founded in Burlington, Vermont by Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield in 1978.
- The Champlain Valley is home to The Vermont Teddy Bear Company, which has been creating stuffed bears since 1983.
- Vermont elected its first female governor, Swiss-born Madeline Kunin, in 1985.
What is the US state that is most famous for its granite quarries?
Barre, Vermont is the self described granite capital of the world. The title is well deserved since Barre granite is known throughout the world. The huge granite deposits were discovered at Millstone Hill after the War of 1812.
Vermont is also famous for its marble deposits. White marble from Vermont has been used all over the world in monuments and sculptures. Vermont's grey and green marbles are also prized.
Where are the nuclear power plants in the state of Vermont?
There is only one nuclear power plant in Vermont, which is the Vermont Yankee plant in Vernon. Vernon is in the southeast corner of the state.
Why is Vermont famous for maple syrup?
Vermont is the leading producer of maple syrup in the U.S. Vermont produces nearly 2 million gallons of maple syrup annually.
Why is there a stag on Vermont's flag?
The deer (stag, buck) head over the shield (coat of arms) on the Vermont flag represents the wildlife of the state.
Why does it take many hours to make maple syup?
You could compare it to making a fine wine.
Pot stilling a great single keg Irish whiskey.
Dry curing a Smithfield Ham.
Preparing a Polynesian Luau.
Slow roasting a side of Bison on a spit.
Creating saffron from start to finish.
All of these are a combination of art and science that produce something special and almost magical if done properly. Science might be able to provide a shortcut or two but if employed the resulting product should probably be labeled with a warning label like:
- Imitation.
- Almost Like.
- Pseudo.
- Phony.
Genuine Maple Syrup includes a splash of History, a drop of Sweat. a ladle of Love, and a dollop of Dreams to make it an authentic gourmet product. Leave it alone, stick with your Karo and Mrs. Butterworth's and stay out of my sap house.
Where is the Reading Historical Society Inc in Reading Vermont located?
The address of the Reading Historical Society Inc is: Po Box 44, Reading, VT 05062
