Movers & Moving Services in Delaware
About Delaware Henry Hudson, sailing under the Dutch flag, is credited with Delaware's discovery in 1609. Delaware calls itself "the First State" because it was the first of the thirteen colonies to ratify the Constitution. Delaware is the second smallest state in America, sandwiched between the Delaware River and the Chesapeake Bay. Staying in Delaware could entail living close to one of the best beaches in the world or it could be in a country which is encircled by chicken farms, especially southern Delaware. In fact, in Sussex County, the southernmost in Delaware, you will find it a problem to find a place with more two thousand residents. According to history, in 1802, Ëleuthère Irénée du Pont established a gunpowder mill near Wilmington that laid the foundation for Delaware's huge chemical industry. Today, its manufacturing industry makes vulcanized fiber, textiles, paper, medical supplies, metal products, machinery, machine tools, and automobiles. Delaware is also known for its large variety of fruits and vegetables and is regarded as a pioneer in the food-canning industry. When in Delaware do not miss the Fort Christina Monument, Hagley Museum, Holy Trinity Church (erected in 1698, the oldest Protestant church in the United States still in use), and Winterthur Museum. Here are some quick facts before relocating in Delaware: • State Motto: Liberty and independence • State nicknames: Diamond State; First State; Small Wonder • Origin of name: From Delaware River and Bay; named in turn for Sir Thomas West, Baron De La Warr • The population of Delaware is 783,600 and the state capital is Dover. • It is the only state in America where you will not find any national parks or monuments. • Delaware is also called the Peach State because the peach blossom is the official state flower of Delaware.
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