Jul 29, 2024 · Delaware, known as "The First State," was the first colony to ratify the United States Constitution on December 7, 1787, making it the first state of the Union.

Delaware was named after its location on the Delaware Bay, which in turn derived its name from Thomas West, 3rd Baron De La Warr (1577–1618), the first governor of the Colony of Virginia.

2 days ago · Gov. Matt Meyer declared a state of emergency ahead of a winter storm projected to bring more than a foot of snow to large parts of Delaware.

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5 days ago · The first of the original 13 states to ratify the federal Constitution, Delaware occupies a small niche in the Boston-Washington, D.C., urban corridor along the Middle Atlantic seaboard.

Jun 10, 1999 · Known as the “First State,” Delaware played a vital role in the founding of the United States, with its residents signing the Declaration of Independence and Constitution.

The official website of the State of Delaware. Find information about state government, programs, and services. The First State is located in the Northeast U.S.

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