Rhode Island United States North America
Rhode Island United States North America
One of the original thirteen U.S. colonies, founded in the 1600s by those fleeing religious persecution in neighboring Massachusetts. The smallest state in the Union, Rhode Island is home to the important port cities of Providence and Newport. The latter ranks with Palm Beach and New York as a gathering place for upper-class U.S. society.
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Rhode Island
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Rhode Island Symbols and Emblems - Complete list and information of state symbols and emblems, including the state flag and the state seal.
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The Rhode Island Quarter - The third quarter of the 2001 series, honors the Ocean State featuring a vintage sailboat gliding through the famous Narragansett Bay, and an image of the Pell Bridge in the background, with the design showcasing sailing, the state's most popular sport. F
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RI.gov - Official web site of the State of Rhode Island. Includes information about history, government, business and employment, education, health, and recreation.
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American Indian Place Names In Rhode Island - Database of Rhode Island place names with their original Native American meanings.
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50 States and Capitals - Rhode Island page from 50states.com, general resource on state symbols, flags, maps, constitutions, representatives, songs, birds, flowers, trees.
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