| A short history of the Vermont State flag | The state seal of Vermont shows a pine tree, beneath which is a cow and some sheaves of wheat, date back from 1779. In the background is a green landscape with the Green Mountains. In 1821 became a part of the state's coat of arms with a crest of a stag's head and pine branches on either side of an ornate shield. A scroll below the shield bears the state motto " freedom and unity". These arms were used on a blue background during the Civil War, and this became the state flag in June 1923. |
A short history of Vermont (The Green Mountain State) | The Green Mountains are the center of Vermont that gives it its name. Vermont was part of French Canada until 1760, after which it was disputed between New Hampshire, and New York. On January 16, 1777 Vermont declared itself independent. Vermont became a state March 4,1791 after the American Revolutionary War, and it was then allowed to join the Union. The flag was adopted on March 26, 1923. |
| Area of Vermont | 9,614 sq. miles |
Capital | Montpelier |
| Major Products | Dairy produce, hay, fruit, maple syrup, stone, timber, machine tools, electronics |
| State Motto | Freedom and unity |