TENNESSEE By Evie

Population and Nickname 6.55 million (last recorded in 2014)Volunteer state

Reptile and Amphibian Box turtleTennessee cave salamander

Insect and flower FireflyIris

Artifact and Fine Art sandyPorcelain painting

Tree and Bird Tulip poplarmockingbird

Wild animal and Butterfly raccoonZebra swallowtail

Beverage and Fruit milktomato

Flag

Oh Tennessee, My Tennessee Oh Tennessee, my Tennessee What love and pride I feel for thee. You proud ole state, the volunteer, Your proud traditions I hold dear. I revere your heroes Who bravely fought our country’s foes. Renowned statesmen, so wise and strong, Who served our country well and long. I thrill at thoughts of mountains grand; Rolling green hills and fertile farm land; Earth rich with stone, mineral and ore; Forests dense and wildflowers galore; Powerful rivers that bring us light; Deep lakes with fish and fowl in flight; Thriving cities and industries; Fine schools and universities; Strong folks of pioneer descent, Simple, honest and reverent. Beauty and hospitality, Are the hallmarks of Tennessee. And o’er the world as I may roam, No place exceeds my boyhood home. And oh how much I long to see, My native land, My Tennessee.

Nashville