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  2. History of Indiana. Indiana has a rich history, having become a state on December 11, 1816. During the Civil War, Indiana was a crucial stop on the Underground Railroad, a network of secret routes and safe houses used by African American slaves to escape to freedom in the Union and Canada.. The state is also known for its automotive industry, with the first gasoline-powered car being built in ...
  3. Indiana, midwestern state in the N central United States. It is bordered by Lake Michigan and the state of Michigan (N), Ohio (E), Kentucky, across the Ohio River (S), and Illinois (W). Sections in this article: Introduction Industrialization and the Labor Movement; The Civil War and Its Aftermath; Indiana Territory and Statehood
  4. Learn more about the world with our collection of regional and country maps. ... Indiana, state, United States: Facts and Figures. Facts and Figures . Area, 36,291 sq mi (93,994 sq km). Pop. (2020) 6,732,219, a 3.8% increase since the 2010 census. ... Marriage in America: 1890-2010. The One Billion Quiz.
  5. Nov 30, 2023Indiana ranks 38th largest by area and 17th-most by population out of the 50 states. It is located in the midwest of the United States and is bordered by Lake Michigan to the northwest, Michigan to the north and northeast, Ohio to the east, the Ohio River and Kentucky to the south and southeast, and the Wabash River and Illinois to the west.
  6. Indiana Dunes national and state parks on Lake Michigan are noted for their beautiful shifting sand dunes. The Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial is in S Indiana. The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is the site of the famous 500-mi (800-km) auto race, held annually. Sections in this article: Introduction; Facts and Figures; Geography Economy
  7. Explore the vast and diverse country of the United States, located in North America and bordered by Canada to the north and Mexico to the south. With its breathtaking landscapes, from the Rocky Mountains to the Great Plains to the coastal beaches of California and Florida, the United States is a place of wonder and cultural significance.
  8. North America is the world's third largest continent, covering an area of approximately 24.5 million square kilometers. It is bordered by the Arctic Ocean to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the east, the Pacific Ocean to the west, and South America to the southeast. The continent is home to diverse landscapes, including the Rocky Mountains, the Great Plains, and the Canadian Shield.
  9. North America's extensive agricultural lands (especially in Canada and the United States) are a result of the interrelationship of favorable climatic conditions, fertile soils, and technology. Irrigation has turned certain arid and semiarid regions into ... Learn more about the world with our collection of regional and country maps.
  10. The Eastern Woodlands area covered the eastern part of the United States, roughly from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mississippi River, and included the Great Lakes. The Natchez, the Choctaw, the Cherokee, and the Creek were typical inhabitants. The northeastern part of this area extended from Canada to Kentucky and Virginia.
  11. Jul 6, 2023Geographic Center of the United States: Belle Fourche, South Dakota. Latitude and Longitude: 44°58′ N, 103°46′ W. If you take into account the territories of Alaska and Hawaii, then the geographic center of the U.S. is located 20 miles north of the town of Belle Fourche, South Dakota.

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