8 Interesting Facts About The USA

It Doesn’t Have An Official Language

While English is primarily spoken throughout the United States, there is no law at the federal level that states that English be the official language.

Old Glory Was Designed By A 17 Year Old Boy

The official flag of the US was designed by Robert G. Heft in 1958. He participated in a school project where students were asked to design the U.S. national flag.

The US Has The World’s Largest Economy

The United States has been the world’s largest economy since 1871. The nominal GDP for the United States is $21.44 trillion..

Washington DC Hasn't Always Been Capital of US

Washington DC was declared as the US capital city only in 1790. New York City served as the nation's capital from 1785 to 1790.

 Las Vegas Is The Gambling Capital Of The World

Las Vegas has the largest bar of casinos that has earned the city the title of gambling capital of the world.

The 4th Longest River System In The World

The Missouri River is the longest river in North America.It flows for approximately 3,767 kms before emptying into the Mississippi River. Both the rivers together form the 4th longest river system in the world.

100 Acres of Pizza Served Daily In The US

According to the Pizza Industry Trade Organization in the US, approximately 100 acres of pizza are served per day.

Q is the only letter that does not appear in any US state name

Of all the 50 states in the United States of America, the letter Q is not in any of their names.

Iga Swiatek beat Ons Jabeur to win the US Open

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