Random United States Facts

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    The Canadian province of New Brunswick (which was part of the UK at the time) had a bloodless war with the US state of Maine in 1839
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    One million Americans, about 3,000 each day, take up smoking each year. Most of them are children.
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    In the US, there are quite a few cities called Gaylord.
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    Organized crime is estimated to account for 10% of the United States' national income.
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    According to some estimates, Americans are sitting on $30 billion worth of unredeemed gift cards.
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    The United States consumes 25% of all the world's energy.
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    Close to 110 million roses (mostly red) will be purchased and delivered around Valentine's Day in the U.S.
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    The Statue of Liberty was a gift of friendship resulting from the diplomatic relationship between the United States and France.
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