By Gabrielle T
Introduction
There are multiple Illinois nicknames that can help you get to know the state a...
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The Inland Empire State was once a popular Illinois nickname. No one is quite sure...
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Nearly everyone is aware that the state of Illinois is referred to as the Land...
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Some people may not be aware that the Prairie State was once the official Illinois...
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It may be a humorous moniker, but Illinois was once commonly referred to as the...
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The Corn State may not be the most common title for Illinois, but it's one...
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The Heartland is often used to refer to the entire Midwest, but it's also occasionally...
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Illinois' rich agricultural industry has helped it earn the nickname the Garden of the West...
Conclusion
Illinois' diverse history has prompted the creation of various nicknames, from being considered the Heartland...
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