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    Washington (state) - Wikipedia

    • Washington, officially the State of Washington, is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It is often referred to as Washington state to distinguish it from the national capital, both named for George Washington (the first U.S. president). Washington borders the Pacific Ocean to the west, Oregon to the south, Idaho to the east, … See more

    Etymology

    Washington was named after President George Washington by an act of the United States Congress during the … See more

    History

    The 9,300-year-old skeletal remains of Kennewick Man, one of the oldest and most complete human remains found in North America, were discovered in Washington in the 1990s. The region has been home to many estab… See more

    Map of Washington (state)
    Admitted to the UnionNovember 11, 1889 (42nd)
    CapitalOlympia
    Largest citySeattle
    Elevation1,700 ft (520 m)
    Geography

    Washington is the northwesternmost state of the contiguous United States. It borders Idaho to the east, bounded mostly by the meridian running north from the confluence of the Snake River and Clearwater River (about 117°â€¦ See more

    Demographics

    Washington's population was 7,705,281 in the 2020 census, a 14.6% increase since the 2010 census. In 2020, the state ranked 13th overall in population, and was the third most populous, after California and Texas, west of the … See more

    Economy

    Washington has a relatively strong economy, with a total gross state product of $612,996.5 million in 2019, placing it fifth in the nation and growing by 6.5 percent per year—the fastest rate in the United States. The … See more

    Transportation

    Washington's state transportation system comprises several modes that are maintained by various government entities. The state highway system, called State Routes, includes over 7,000 miles (11,000 km) of road… See more

    Environment

    Hanford Nuclear Reservation is currently the most contaminated nuclear site in the United States and is the focus of the nation's largest environmental cleanup. The radioactive materials are known to be leaking fro… See more

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  1. Washington, United States
  2. WA.gov
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    Home | WA.gov

    WEBFind online state services, government agencies, and helpful guides for various needs in Washington State. Learn about the latest news, events, and issues affecting the state and its residents.

  3. Britannica
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    Washington | State Capital, Map, History, Cities, & Facts | Britannica

  4. Interesting reads - Washington (State)

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  5. Washington State Tourism
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    Visit Washington State | Washington State Tourism

  6. The Crazy Tourist
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    25 Best Things to Do in Washington State - The Crazy Tourist

  7. WorldAtlas
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    Washington Maps & Facts - World Atlas

    WEBMar 3, 2023 · Learn about the geography, counties, and major cities of Washington, a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. Explore maps of Washington's regions, rivers, lakes, and borders with …

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    Washington - HISTORY

    WEBDec 18, 2009 · Learn about the state of Washington, named after George Washington and known for its trade, volcanoes and apples. Explore its history, culture, geography and famous landmarks with HISTORY.

    History of ChristmasDec 21, 2020
    March on WashingtonDec 3, 2019
    Washington, D.C. - HISTORYMay 30, 2019
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    Your Government | WA.gov

  10. Mapcarta
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    Washington Map - Pacific Northwest, United States

    WEBWashington is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States, with diverse landscapes, coastlines, and islands. Explore its map, popular destinations, and facts on Mapcarta, a collaborative project of …

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    Washington (state) - Simple English Wikipedia, the free …

    WEBWashington, officially the State of Washington, is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It is north of Oregon, west of Idaho, east of the Pacific Ocean, and south of British Columbia. (British …

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