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5 Fun Facts About the 13 Colonies

In an alternate U.S. universe, Maryland could be called Henriettaland, Vermont could be its own nation, and Maine could be known as North Massachusetts. Here are a few fun facts to keep in mind the next time you’re contemplating a map of the U.S.

Fun fact #1: Nearly half the colonies took their names from English royalty

In colonial times, it was customary...

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