Discover 10 West Virginia facts, the Mountain State! From its iconic New River Gorge Bridge to ancient prehistoric mounds and unique state history, explore the hidden gems and fascinating stories of this incredible region. Don’t miss out—watch now!"
Key Points
West Virginia’s Unique Independence: The only U.S. state to declare independence from another state.
New River Gorge Bridge: A marvel of engineering and home to the thrilling Bridge Day event for base jumpers.
Mountain State Identity: Entirely within a mountain range, with the highest elevation east of the Mississippi.
America's Oldest Five-and-Dime Store: Berdine's Five and Dime, continuously operating since 1908.
New River’s Age: One of the world’s oldest rivers, flowing south to north before the mountains existed.
Golden Delicious Apple: Originated in West Virginia, now a globally loved variety.
Prehistoric Mounds: Home to 424 mounds, with some requiring over 3 million baskets of earth to build.
State Song: "Take Me Home, Country Roads" by John Denver symbolizes West Virginia pride.
Geographical Identity: Both the southernmost northern state and the northernmost southern state.
Proposed Names: Before “West Virginia,” it was almost named “Westsylvania” or “Vandalia.
Key Points
West Virginia’s Unique Independence: The only U.S. state to declare independence from another state.
New River Gorge Bridge: A marvel of engineering and home to the thrilling Bridge Day event for base jumpers.
Mountain State Identity: Entirely within a mountain range, with the highest elevation east of the Mississippi.
America's Oldest Five-and-Dime Store: Berdine's Five and Dime, continuously operating since 1908.
New River’s Age: One of the world’s oldest rivers, flowing south to north before the mountains existed.
Golden Delicious Apple: Originated in West Virginia, now a globally loved variety.
Prehistoric Mounds: Home to 424 mounds, with some requiring over 3 million baskets of earth to build.
State Song: "Take Me Home, Country Roads" by John Denver symbolizes West Virginia pride.
Geographical Identity: Both the southernmost northern state and the northernmost southern state.
Proposed Names: Before “West Virginia,” it was almost named “Westsylvania” or “Vandalia.
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