Delaware

History: The first inhabitants known to be in Delaware were the two tribes of Native Americans; the Lenape and the Nanticoke. Both the Dutch and the Swedish laid claims to different parts of Delaware. In 1664, the English forcibly removed the Dutch, laying claim to the area. It was one of the original Thirteen Colonies which revolted against the British rule in the American Revolution. It became the first U.S. state on December 17 1787.

Economy: Delaware has a lot of industry and agriculture which provide employment. The main agriculture is poultry, nursery stock, soybeans, dairy products, and corn. The industry includes chemical products, food processing, paper products, rubber and plastic products, scientific instruments, printing, and publishing.

Climate: The climate in Delaware is moderate year round. The average temperatures range from 32 to 76 degrees F. In the summer months, temperature averages 74 degrees F, with about 60% of the days being sunny. The annual precipitation (rainfall) is about 45”.

Geography: Delaware along with part of Maryland and Virginia occupy the Delmarva peninsula, facing the Delaware River. Because the Delaware River and Bay are along its entire eastern edge, no place in the narrow state is far from water.

Fun Facts:

Delaware’s border with Pennsylvania is an arc known as the 12-mile Circle.
Delaware is sometimes called the Diamond State, a reference to its small size but relative wealth. (because most of state is near water)
Delaware is the second smallest state, with a land area of 1,948 square miles.
Delaware is the lowest state, with an average altitude of only 60 ft. above sea level.
Delaware has the fewest counties of any state (3).
Delaware is nicknamed “The First State” because it was the first of the thirteen original colonies to ratify the Constitution in 1787.

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