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Montana is the 4
th Largest among the United States, spanning an area of 145,556 sq mi and water area of 1,490 sq mi. It acquired statehood on November 8,1889. Montana is the 41
st state of the 50 United States of America. The name comes from the Spanish word meaning "mountainous" and was first used when the area was designated a territory in 1864. Montana is nicknamed the "Treasure State". Montana is also known as "Big Sky Country," "Land of Shining Mountains," "Mountain State," and "Bonanza State."
Economy of Montana
Personal income per Capita - $17,151 (Recent census - 1999)
Agriculture - Cattle, Wheat, Barley, Sugar Beets, Hay, Hogs.
Industry - Mining, Lumber and Wood Products, Food Processing and Tourism.
History of Montana
Montana became the 41st state on Nov. 8, 1889. Food processing plants opened and railroads were extended. In the mid-1900s, tourism grew to be an important source of income for Montana. Parks, historic sites, summer and ski resorts were developed. Irrigation and water conservation were also expanded during this time. Gas, oil and coal production increased due to an energy shortage during the 1970s. Today, Montana continues to look for ways to expand its natural resources. State leaders are trying to attract new businesses and advanced electronic technology into the state. Tourism continues to expand across the state.
Under the word "Montana", on a blue field, is the state seal. The seal shows some of Montana's beautiful scenery and tells what people were doing in pioneer times. The pick, shovel and plow represent mining and farming. In the background a sun rises over mountains, forests and the Great Falls of the Missouri river. A ribbon contains the state motto "Gold and Silver". Flag adopted 1905 amended 1981.
Famous people of Montana
Dorothy Baker (1907-1968) Author, was born in Missoula.
Will James (1892-1942) Artist/Writer, he lived in Billings.
Evel Knievel (1938-) Daredevil motorcyclist, was born in Butte.
Myrnal Loy (1905-1993) Legendary actress; born in Radersburg.
Interesting Facts about Montana
- The Going to the Sun Road in Glacier Park is considered one of the most scenic drives in America.
- More than 6 million tourists visit Yellowstone and Glacier national parks annually.
- In 1940 the United States Army Corps of Engineers completed Fort Peck, one of the largest earthfill dams in the world.
- Yellowstone National Park in southern Montana and northern Wyoming was the first national park in the nation.
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