| | Vermont (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30) |
 | | Originally inhabited by Native American tribes (Iroquois, Algonquian and Abenaki), The territory that is now Vermont was originally claimed by France but became a British possession after France's defeat in the French and Indian War. |
 | | For many years, it was controlled by the surrounding colonies, who met fierce resistance from the "Green Mountain Boys." Vermont became the 14th state to join the United States, following a brief period of independence during and after the Revolutionary War. |
 | | Famous for its scenery, dairy products and maple syrup, Vermont has long been known for its liberal politics and staunchly independent political thinking. |
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