Jon & Carolyn Ulrich
Your source for Real Estate in Massachusetts. These participating Realtors are here to serve you. For a specific recommendation contact the Ulrich Real Group www.JonUlrich.com at 952-447-2286 or jon@jonulrich.com.
| Facts About Massachusetts | ||
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| Capital | Boston |  On a white field is a blue shield emblazoned with the image of a Native American, Massachuset. He holds a bow in one hand and an arrow in the other. The arrow is pointing downward representing peace. The white star represents Massachusetts as one of the original thirteen states. Around the shield is a blue ribbon with the motto: " By the Sword We Seek Peace, but Peace Only Under Liberty". Above the shield is a arm and sword, representing the first part of the motto. |
| Nickname | Bay State | |
| Statehood | May 16, 1788 (6th) | |
| Origin of Name | Named after local Indian tribe whose name means "a large hill place." | |
| Motto/Slogan | Ense Petit Placidam Sub Libertate quietem (By the Sword We Seek Peace, But Peace Only Under Liberty) | |
| Border States | Connecticut, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont | |
| Largest Cities | Boston, Worcester, Springfield, Lowell, New Bedford | |
| Land Area | 7,838 sq. mi.; 45th largest | |
| State Bird | Black-capped Chickadee | |
| State Flower | Mayflower | |
| State Tree | American Elm | |
 
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| Tish Vilar 336-231-8220 Tish@SoldOnTish.com Visit Website |
Real estate services covering the Winston- Salem, Clemmons, and Lewisville areas. |