The State of Nebraska
The state of Nebraska officially became a state of the United States of America in the first of March 1867 not long after the American Civil War had ended. It was the thirty-seventh state created and recognized by the union of states. Around the same time, the official state capital was moved from Omaha to Lancaster (which we now call Lincoln). Since then, Nebraska as a state – even though some feel that the state of Nebraska’s history had been more eventful BEFORE it became said state – has established for itself some cultural claims to fame that have seeped out to the rest of the world. The best example for this would be Arbor Day – the holiday, which promotes and encourages the planting of trees originated in the state of Nebraska, but is now celebrated all over the world.
Other things that make the state of Nebraska special would include its role in the history of civil rights activism, as it encouraged the growth of organizations that fight for the rights of man – particularly, the colored individuals who are discriminated against.
The state of Nebraska also has made a name for itself in the field of sports, particularly in school/collegiate sporting events. The Cornhusker teams of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln have established themselves in collegiate sports history. Today, the state of Nebraska thrives on its long history, its contributions to culture, and its geographical uniqueness.