US States/Illinois

This is an illustration of the Mississippian culture Upper Bluff Lake Dancing Figures. Credit: Herb Roe.

Illinois is a US State located in the Midwest.
Nicknames: Land of Lincoln, Prairie State, The Inland Empire State
Moto: State Sovereignty, National Union
Official Language: English
Capital: Springfield
Largest City: Chicago
Governor: JB Pritzker
Admission to the Union: December 3, 1818 (21st State to join the Union)

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• Products and industries
• Geography
• Historical - Statehood and national historical sites
• 21st century - industry, education, innovation and economy
• Cities - major cities