Happy National New Hampshire Day! Today we observe the 9th state to join the union back on June 21, 1788.
This U.S. state in New England is defined by its quaint towns and large expanses of wilderness. It is also known for its breathtaking landscapes to its fascinating history and people.
In the north, White Mountain National Forest is known for winter sports areas and Mt. Washington, the region’s highest peak, with a cog railway to its summit.
Also, in the White Mountains are moose, black bears and part of the Appalachian Trail.
Also, in the White Mountains are moose, black bears and part of the Appalachian Trail.
Quotable Quotes
If you’ve ever wondered where the phrase “not yet begun to fight” originated, just look to one of New Hampshire’s first well-known naval commanders in the American Revolutionary War John Paul Jones.
"Live Free or Die” is the state’s motto and comes from another revolutionary hero: American military officer John Stark.
In a written toast in honor of the anniversary of the Battle of Bennington, Stark’s full quote reads: “Live free or die, death is not the greatest of evils.”
While he may not be the first to share the sentiment to live free or die, his toast summed up the country’s dedication to independence.
Settlers
New Hampshire’s history holds more than noble quotes. Many firsts fill its timeline.
In 1719, Scotch-Irish settlers brought the first potatoes to North American planting them in the settlement of Nutfield, now known as Londonderry.
In 1719, Scotch-Irish settlers brought the first potatoes to North American planting them in the settlement of Nutfield, now known as Londonderry.
Before Paul Revere had his famous ride, he made another all-important journey first.
In 1774, Revere rode the fifty-five miles from Boston to Portsmouth to warn the citizens of an impending seizure of Fort William and Mary. The village stormed the fort and took control of the ammunitions before the British arrived.
Politics and More
New Hampshire later became the first state to established an independent government and created the first written constitution.
In 1828, when ownership changed hands at the Cocheco Manufacturing Company, the wages of only female textile mill workers were reduced. The work was already difficult, the days long and the owners placed even stricter requirements on its employees.
On December 30, about four hundred of the female workers walked out in what became the nation’s first all-female strike.
Unfortunately, the strike failed and resulted in many of the striking workers returning to work at even lower wages.
The state is also the first to hold its primaries. Early on during election time, the country focuses its attention on New Hampshire.
Another phrase often attributed to New Hampshire: “As New Hampshire goes, so goes the nation.”
Known for its fall foliage, New Hampshire’s impressive colors bring visitors every autumn. From mountains to the seaside, the state offers year-round adventure.
HOW TO OBSERVE
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New Hampshire Day Flavor
With apples as the leading fruit crop in the state, it should be no surprise that the people of New Hampshire specialize in baking and cooking with them.
That includes their cider donuts! Not that anyone would refuse a donut, but these taste like fall!
Apple cider, whether hot, cold, mulled, spiked or not, is a special treat in New Hampshire. A hot mug of autumn’s spiced orchard produce will warm you right up!
If you need a stronger drink to warm the cockles of your heart, try New Hampshire’s honey mead which is often fermented with the season’s fresh fruits.
Also called honey wine, mead may be the world’s oldest alcoholic beverage.
Being a coastal state, seafood like lobster is a top choice but don’t overlook fresh water favorites like fried lake bass.
With the mountain hikes to take in all the scenery in New Hampshire, it’s easy to work up an appetite to sample all this goodness!
"Men work together," I told him from the heart, whether they work or apart.' ~Robert Frost, from the poem The Tuft of Flowers (1896).
Hidden Treasures
Tuck Museum of Hampton History – Hampton (History of the only woman convicted of witchcraft in the state of New Hampshire as well as other fascinating information.)
We also observe these famous figures born in New Hampshire of whom are still recognized today for their past accomplishments, heroics, talents, ingenuity and innovations: John Stark, John Langdon, Daniel Webster, Sarah Josepha Hale, Franklin Pierce, Horace Greeley, Mary Baker Eddy, H. H. Holmes, Harlan Stone, Alan Shephard, John Irving, Mandy Moore, and Hannah Kearney.
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