*My State: Georgia*

Here's some information about my state

Country: United States of America

Flag:The Georgia flag has three red and white stripes and the state coat of arms on a blue field in the upper left corner. Thirteen stars surrounding the seal denotes Georgia's position as one of the original thirteen colonies. On the seal three pillars supporting an arch represent the three branches of government; legislative, judicial and executive. A man with sword drawn is defending the Constitution, whose principles are wisdom, justice and moderation. The date 1776 represents the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Flag adopted May 8th, 2003

State: Georgia

State Nickname: Georgia is known as the “Peach State” because of the growers' reputation for producing the highest quality fruit. The peach became the official state fruit in 1995.

Capital: Atlanta

Admitted On: January 2, 1788

State Flower: Cherokee Rose

State Bird: Brown Thrasher

State Fish: Largemouth Bass

State Tree: Live oak

State Song: Georgia on My Mind