Factual Information : Indiana
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Facts Origin of State Name : Named "land of Indians" for the many Indian tribes that formerly lived in the state.
Nickname : The Hoosier State.
Capital : Indianapolis.
Entered Union : 11 December 1816 (19th).
Song : "On the Banks of the Wabash, Far Away."
Motto : The Crossroads of America.
Flag : A flaming torch representing liberty is surrounded by 19 gold stars against a blue background. The word "Indiana" is above the flame.
Bird : Cardinal.
Flower : Peony.
Tree : Tulip poplar.
Stone : Indiana limestone.
Country : 92 counties
Population : 6.2 million
Agriculture : Corn, soybeans, hogs, cattle, dairy products, eggs.
Industry : Steel, electric equipment, transportation equipment, chemical products, petroleum and coal products, machinery.