X

We detected that you're visiting our site from the UK. Would you like to visit the ChaCha UK website?

United States

United States

The United States of America is a republic comprised of fifty states and one federal district, Washington D.C. Originally a British colony, the U.S fought a valiant war and signed a Deceleration of Independence to forever free themselves from British control. The U.S is home to some 300 + million people.

Top Questions Asked on ChaCha.com for United States

In the Last:
Day | Week | Month

  1. What countries still held territory in what would become the continental united states?

    Under the Treaty of Paris in 1783, Britain relinquished to th...

  2. What type of terrain does The United States have?

    The United States' terrain is primarily vast central plain, m...

  3. Where does Cuba lie in relation to the United States?

    The Republic of Cuba is an island country in the Caribbean. I...

  4. How many mountain ranges are in the united states?

    There are 5 major mountain ranges in the US. Thanks for askin...

  5. What is the eagle map of the united states?

    The "eagle" map is most extraordinary and rare: it shows an e...

  1. What countries still held territory in what would become the continental united states?

    Under the Treaty of Paris in 1783, Britain relinquished to th...

  2. Is the United States bordered by Canada and Mexico?

    The USA is situated mostly in central North America, where it...

  3. How many miles is the united states across?

    It is approximately 3001 miles from east to west in the 48 co...

  4. What type of terrain does The United States have?

    The United States' terrain is primarily vast central plain, m...

  5. What is the biggest state in the united states?

    Alaska is the largest state of the Union based on area. Calif...

  1. How many mountain ranges are in the united states?

    There are 5 major mountain ranges in the US. Thanks for askin...

  2. Where is the rocky mountins located in the united states?

    The Rocky Mountains are in the western part of the United Sta...

  3. What is the second largest feedlot in the United States?

    ContiBeef runs the second largest cattle feedlot operation in...

  4. How big is Italy compared to the United States?

    Italy is 301230 sq km in size. The United States is 9,826,630...

  5. What countries still held territory in what would become the continental united states?

    Under the Treaty of Paris in 1783, Britain relinquished to th...

Top Questions Asked on ChaCha Mobile for United States

In the Last:
Day | Week | Month

  1. What is the tallest building in the united states?

    The tallest building in the US, now, is the former Sears Towe...

  2. How many miles is the united states across?

    It is approximately 3001 miles from east to west in the 48 co...

  3. What are the canals of the United States?

    There are many canals located in the United State. Transporta...

  4. What is the largest state, in the United States?

    Alaska is the largest state in the United States. Thank you f...

  5. Where is New England in the United States?

    New England is a region the northeast corner of the US. It in...

  1. What is the biggest state in the united states?

    Alaska is the largest state of the Union based on area. Calif...

  2. What is the tallest building in the united states?

    The tallest building in the US, now, is the former Sears Towe...

  3. How many miles is the united states across?

    It is approximately 3001 miles from east to west in the 48 co...

  4. What is the largest state, in the United States?

    Alaska is the largest state in the United States. Thank you f...

  5. Where is New England in the United States?

    New England is a region the northeast corner of the US. It in...

  1. What is the tallest building in the united states?

    The tallest building in the US, now, is the former Sears Towe...

  2. Where is the rocky mountins located in the united states?

    The Rocky Mountains are in the western part of the United Sta...

  3. Is puerto rico part of the united states of america?

    Puerto Rico is a self-governing commonwealth in association w...

  4. What is the biggest state in the united states?

    Alaska is the largest state of the Union based on area. Calif...

  5. What is the most romantic city in the United States?

    There are countless places to have a romantic moment in New Y...

About United States

The United States of America was primarily inhabited by Native Americas, whose ancestors crossed the Beringia (an ancient land bridge) from Asia to what is now Alaska some 15,000 years ago.

Christopher Columbus is credited with founding America in 1493, primarily because he sailed and explored the regions near Puerto Rico and ultimately brought the attention of British explorers to the area. It wouldn't be until almost 100 years later, when settlers would stop at Plymouth rock around 1600.

As settlers began flocking to the 'New World', the colonies began to expand throughout the land, forming the 13 colonies, which consisted of New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia.

Throughout the years, the population of the colonies greatly increased, reaching 2.5 million by 1775.

The colonies were not allowed representation in the Parliament in London, which means they weren't allowed any say in laws, or basically what happens in the New World. These actions led to our founding fathers singing the deceleration of independence in 1776, which freed the New World from Britain's control and led to our country's name, The United States of America.

America had already built up a strong government, but needed firm foundations to stand by, which prompted the creation of the Bill of Rights in 1788. Just one year later, America's first president, George Washington was sworn into office in 1789.

Through many wars and battles, the United States gained more pieces of land that would eventually equate to 50 states. Our elected officials have listened to the views of the American public and made changes for the better by applying laws and assisting their communities in local initiatives.

The United States has become one of the most powerful countries by aiding in technological advancements and other historical discoveries that forever changed how the people of the planet operate on a day to day basis.

United States Trivia:

- Approx. 310,438,000 people live in America
- The capital is Washington, D.C.
- The largest city is New York
- America has 3,717,813 square miles of land
- The Bald Eagle is the national bird
- The national anthem is The Star Spangled Banner
- The motto is 'In God We Trust'
- There have been 44 presidents to date

Related Images

See all images »

Recent United States Questions

PREV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ... NEXT
29,222 Answers
Advertisement
›
›
›
›
United States