Maine's official flag was adopted
in 1909. It has a deep blue field with the state
coat of arms in the center. The coat of arms pictures
a farmer and a seaman (representing agricultural
and maritime industries). A shield is between
them, upon which is a pine tree, a moose (the
state animal of Maine), green grass, a blue sky,
and deep blue water. Above this is a yellow star
(representing the North Star – Maine was
the northernmost state when it entered the Union)
and a red ribbon that reads Dirigo. A large blue
ribbon reads Maine.
Capital: Augusta
Nickname: Pine Tree State
Motto: Dirigo (I lead)
Flower: White Pine Cone and
Tassel (1895)
Maine was the 23rd state in the USA; it was admitted
in 1820.
For more information about Maine click
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