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New Hampshire Name Origin:

New Hampshire map - click to see all state name origins
New Hampshire geology and topography map
(A tapestry of time and terrain): USGS

New Hampshire - click to see name origins for all 50 states

What does New Hampshire mean? New Hampshire was named by Captain John Mason after Hampshire, England. One of the original 13 colonies, New Hampshire became the 9th state on June 21, 1788.

Map of New Hampshire USA - click to see all state name origins

See name origins for all 50 states

Source:
Origin of Maine's Name: Maine State Library
New Hampshire Quick Facts: Ben's Guide to US Government
Links:
Name Origins - 50 States
Fast New Hampshire Facts: NH.gov

       

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New Hampshire Symbols:

animal - bird
butterfly - insect
amphibian
flower - fruit
wildflower
fish 1 - 2
gem - rock
mineral

flag - seal
emblem - motto
name-nickname
songs: 1-2-3-4-
5-6-7-8-9-10
language
sport - tartan
tree - soil - quarter
 

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