10 Reasons The Entire Country Should Be Thankful For Delaware
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If you’re new to Delaware or don’t know much about our state, you probably haven’t realized all of the important contributions the state has made to the rest of the country. Here are a few of the reasons why you the entire country should be thankful for Delaware.
It all started on December 7, 1787, when we became the first state. You’re welcome.
Your favorite family board game that lasts hours… and hours… and hours… has roots in Arden, Delaware. The inventor of the game, Lizzie Magie, would play the handmade game - called the Landlord’s Game at the time – with other residents and visitors.
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If you’ve ever enjoyed the comfort of breathable waterproof Gore-Tex apparel, you can thank W. L. Gore and Associates, who manufacture the fabric. They are headquartered in Newark.
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For those who love birding, Delaware provides the ideal place for many shorebirds to refuel during their spring and fall migrations. Birds feast on our bountiful horseshoe crab eggs before continuing on their journey to their habitats in other parts of the world.
The value of Delaware’s tourism industry in 2014 was $3 billion. Imagine all of the memories made at our beaches each summer! We also have the country’s cleanest beach water.
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Fisher’s popcorn, with flavors like old bay dusted caramel, is shipped all around the world.
Milton is home to Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, where some of the best beer in the country is made!
The next time you’re warm and dry in your Gore-Tex windbreaker or enjoying a game of Monopoly, we hope you’ll thank Delaware. What are some other products, items, and people that help put The First State on the map?
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