15 Notable Facts About Nebraska
Did you know that the world’s first ski lift was invented in Nebraska in the 1930s?
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Did you know that the world’s first ski lift was invented in Nebraska in the 1930s?
The wings of a dragonfly are so powerful that they're able to fly at speeds of up to 22 - 34 miles per hour.
Did you know that in Montana, it is illegal for married women to go fishing by themselves on Sundays?
Broccoli and Brussels sprouts contain an antioxidant called kaempferol, which helps to detoxify the body and prevent cell damage.
Did you know that the first ready-made pancake mix was created in the state of Missouri in 1889?
American park ranger Roy Sullivan was struck by lightning seven times throughout his life. He died in 1983 from a gunshot wound.
Did you know that Mississippi experiences an average of twenty-seven tornadoes per year?
The number 8 is the luckiest number in Chinese culture because it sounds like the word meaning "to generate wealth."
Did you know that Germans Shepherds are the third most intelligent dog breed in the world?
Minnesota is home to the largest ball of twine and weighs an incredible 17,400 pounds!
Did you know that there are more miles of freshwater shoreline in Michigan than in any other US state?
Did you know that Russia is so massive that it has an incredible eleven time zones?