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Wednesday, January 9, 2008
 Maine State Flag Size: 3'x5' most popular size Maine's official flag was adopted in 1909. The flag has a deep blue field with the state coat of arms in the center. The coat of arms pictures a farmer and a seaman (representing agricultural and maritime industries). A shield is between them, upon which is a pine tree, a moose (the state animal of Maine), green grass, a blue sky, and deep blue water. Above this is a yellow star (representing the North Star - Maine was the northernmost state when it entered the Union) and a red ribbon that reads, "DIRIGO," which means "I direct" in Latin. Below, a large blue ribbon reads, "MAINE." State Capital: Augusta Largest City: Portland State Flower: White pine cone and tassel State Tree: White pine tree State Bird: Chickadee State Animal: Moose State Nickname: Pine Tree State State Motto: Dirigo (I lead) Bordering States: New Hampshire Origin of the Name: Maine refers to the mainland Related topics US State Flags America Flag Canada Flag Rebel Flag Historical Flag by: Flags Mart 
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