By Jodi K Monroe
Introduction
Ready to learn more about Delaware nicknames? The state's rich history and economic contributions lend...
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When Thomas Jefferson referred to Delaware as a "jewel" among states, he unknowingly bestowed the...
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The Delaware nickname the Land of Tax-Free Shopping refers to its popularity among shoppers. As...
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As a significant chemical hub, it makes sense that Delaware would be considered the Chemical...
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Another nickname for Delaware, the Peach State, refers to its historical agricultural industries. Peach orchards...
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Delaware is also known as the Corporate Capital, thanks to its highly favorable incorporation laws...
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The Small Wonder nickname seems to have arisen partly from the states small size. Delaware...
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The most recognizable Delaware state nickname is the First State. Delaware was part of the...
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The nickname New Sweden derives from one of the first European settlements to colonize the...
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Delaware's nickname as the Blue Hen State dates back to the American Revolutionary War. Captain...
Conclusion
Delaware has a variety of nicknames covering various characteristics of the state. One of the...
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