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Delaware State Motto:

Liberty and Independence
 

Map of Delaware
Delaware Geology and Topography Map: USGS

The state motto of Delaware is "Liberty and Independence." Delaware was the first state to ratify the United States Constitution on December 7, 1787. The state motto also appears on Delaware's state flag (on ribbon at base of the coat of arms):

Picture of Delaware state flag showing state motto
Delaware's flag has the state motto on a banner below coat of arms

See all 50 state mottos. See name origin of Delaware.

Source:
Delaware Geology and Topography Map: USGS
Links:
State Mottos - 50 States

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