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Maine

Maine

Maine is a state in the New England region of the United States bordered by New Hampshire, the Atlantic Ocean, Quebec, and New Brunswick. Maine has a humid continental climate with warm and humid summers and cold winters. Summer highs average 75–80 °F and winter highs average 20 °F. Maine’s record high temperature is 105 °F (41 °C), set in July 1911.

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About Maine

Maine was contended for during the War of 1812 and the American Revolution. The British forces occupied the eastern part of Maine after each conflict. The territory of Maine was confirmed part of Massachusetts when the United States was formed. Due to Maine’s rapid growth Maine became the 23rd state on March 15, 1820.

The total area of the state is 35,385 square miles. The capital city of Maine is Augusta with Portland being the largest city. Maine is also known as the The Pine Tree State. The state bird is the Chickadee, the state flower is the White Pine Cone and Tassel, and the state tree is the Eastern White Pine. The state motto of Maine is Dirigo which is Latin for I Direct or I Lead.

Maine offers historical and picturesque attractions for the young and old. The Portland Museum of Art features works of art by Degas, Picasso Renoir, and more. Take a day for relaxation at the Nine Stones Spa also in Portland. Enjoy a facial and then a hot stone massage to forget all that may be bothering you. Bond with nature at the Park Loop Road in the Acadia National Park. The 20-mile Park Loop Road offers breathtaking views and attractions to spend a day. End a fun filled day at ImprovAcadia. This comedy club serves up improv comedy shows seven nights a week during the season. The first show of every night is family friendly. Under 21 must be accompanied by an adult.

Some Famous People from Maine:

*Patrick Dempsy-Actor and Race Car Driver. Born in Lewiston, ME.
*Stephen King-Writer. Born in Portland, ME.
*Nelson Rockefeller-Former New York governor and vice-president of the United States. Born in Bar Harbor, ME.
*John Ford-American film director. Born in Cape Elizabeth, ME.

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PITTSBURGH, PA - DECEMBER 8: (L to R) Zach Tomaselli, 23, of Maine, the third accuser of former Syracuse assistant basketball coach Bernie Fine, sits with his attorneys Jeff Anderson and Alan Perer in the law offices of Swensen, Perer and Kontos December 8, 2011 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Tomaselli, who came forth with a civil suit, alleges that Fine sexually assaulted him when he was 13-years-old in a hotel room in Pittsburgh while the Syracuse basketball team was in town to play the Univeristy of Pittsburgh.

BANGOR, MAINE - DECEMBER 16: U.S. Army Specialist Cory Davis from Somersworth, New Hampshire of the 1st 229 16th Cav. is greeted by his mother, Beth Davis, as he arrives in Maine for a refueling stop as they make their way to Fort Hood, Texas after being one of the last American combat units to exit from Iraq on December 16, 2011 in Bangor, Maine. The U.S. military formally ended its mission in Iraq after eight years of war and the overthrow of Saddam Hussein.

IN FLIGHT, UNSPECIFIED - DECEMBER 16: U.S. Army Sergeant David Iparra from L.A. California of the 2-82 Field Artillery, 3rd Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division, looks out at the Maine countryside as they prepare to land for a refueling stop as they make their way to Fort Hood, Texas after being one of the last American combat units to exit from Iraq on December 16, 2011 in Bangor, Maine. The U.S. military formally ended its mission in Iraq after eight years of war and the overthrow of Saddam Hussein.

ARLINGTON, VA - DECEMBER 10: U.S. Marines and volunteers carry wreaths to lay on headstones at Arlington National Cemetery as part of the 'Wreaths Across America Day' December 10, 2011 in Arlington, Virginia. Thousands of military and civilian volunteers laid 100,000 donated holiday wreaths on headstones of fallen members of the military at the cemetery. Donated by the Worcester Wreath Co. of Harrington, Maine, the wreaths are now part of a 20-year tradition of decorating and.

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