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The state flag,
adopted in 1907, bears the state coat of arms, which is supported
by two horses. The seal, adopted in 1791, has a shield that
displays a sailing ship, a plow, and sheaves of wheat. To the left
of the shield is a stalk of corn, and to the right is an olive
branch. An eagle serves as a crest for the seal.
Pennsylvania is a leading manufacturing and industrial center of
the United States. It also ranks as one of the nation's most
historic states. Pennsylvania is one of four states officially
called commonwealths. The other three are Kentucky, Massachusetts,
and Virginia. Harrisburg is the state capital, and Philadelphia is
the largest city. |
