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Virginia

Virginia. By Kiley Marandola. Land The Natural Bridge. The Natural Bridge was surveyed by George Washington and bought by Thomas Jefferson. The bridge was a scared site for the Native American Monacan Tribe. The bridge is 215 feet high and spans 90 feet.

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Virginia

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  1. Virginia By Kiley Marandola

  2. LandThe Natural Bridge The Natural Bridge was surveyed by George Washington and bought by Thomas Jefferson. The bridge was a scared site for the Native American Monacan Tribe. The bridge is 215 feet high and spans 90 feet. Natural Bridge In Rockbridge County, VA Natural Bridge Up Close

  3. LandThe Luray Caves The caves are found in the Shenandoah Valley. The Luray cave is one of Virginia’s most famous natural wonder. In the caves there is a lake called Dream Lake. It is 20 inches deep and it has a mirror like appearance. Dream Lake Inside Luray Caverns

  4. EconomyAgriculture When Virginia was first formed Tobacco was the most valuable crop. In the present day livestock such as cows and chickens are the most valuable resource. Cows and Chickens Tobacco Harvested

  5. EconomyLivestock Virginia’s most valuable resource is Broilers, which are 5-12week old chickens and Beef Cattle. They also the # 6 state to produce turkeys. Virginia produces products from chicken, hogs, sheep and lambs. Broiler Chicken Beef Cattle Turkey Hog Products

  6. EconomyCrops Major crops grown in Virginia are soybeans, tobacco, tomatoes and corn. Field crops grown in Virginia are hay, cotton, wheat, peanuts and barley. Other vegetable crops grown in Virginia are potatoes, snap beans, cucumbers and sweet corn. Cotton Soybeans Peanuts

  7. Culture George Washington was born in Westmoreland County, Virginia on February 22, 1732. He was the first president of the United States. His house, Mount Vernon is located in Mount Vernon, Virginia. Mount Vernon

  8. Culture Thomas Jefferson was born in Shadwell, Virginia on April 13, 1743. He was the third president and author of the Declaration of Independence. His house, Monticello is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. Monticello

  9. Culture The Pentagon is located in Arlington County, Virginia. This building is the location of the United States Department of Defense and is in the shape of a Pentagon. Pentagon

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