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<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/18-extremely-important-maps-of-the-u-s-that-show-how-divided-our-nation-truly-is/dan-hopper" target="_blank">America</a> is the home of the free and the land of the brave, but there&#39;s a lot of darkness behind all of that red, white, and blue. Not only are maps great teaching tools, they can also be used to llustrate&nbsp;the creepiest facts about the United States, with inhuman dots around the country representing all of the random and tragic occurrences we face daily.

Below are the darkest and most compelling submissions from the <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/MapPorn/" target="_blank">r/mapp*rn</a> subreddit that left us seeing the United States&nbsp;in a new, much creepier light.&nbsp;

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A look at the happenings and goings-on in and around America's dangliest state.

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Florida may not have the best reputation of the 50 United States, with weekly ridiculous news stories about Florida man and his Bath-Salts-snorting-public-nudity-drunken-brawling-alligator-fighting-ways, but there's no doubt that if you come from Florida, there's a piece of it that will always be home. Whether it's the gorgeous weather, the friendly people, the exotic animals, or the fact that HELLO, Disneyworld and Universal Studios are there, there is a ton to appreciate about Florida that sometimes goes unnoticed. &nbsp;Check out these fine Floridian's tattoos that are a tribute to the Sunshine State, and maybe you'll get some inspiration for your own Florida tattoo! Some of these tattoos you'll see are cute, some are breathtakingly beautiful, and some are tough looking as hell. Seriously, when did tattoos that look like they're being ripped out of your skin become a thing? Vote up the best Florida tattoos below, and be sure to let us know what you think in the comment section.&nbsp;

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From regional slang to coffee chains to beer brands to quasi-embarrassing Google searches, sometimes, mapping our nation in different ultra-specific ways can reveal some of the weirdest regional divides (and similarities) that we all experience. Get ready to defend your region and/or to make fun of someone else&#39;s on battlegrounds you probably weren&#39;t expecting...

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Every state&nbsp;in the American union loves to boast its superlatives, from <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-haunted-house-in-every-state/mick-jacobs" target="_blank">its most famous haunted houses</a> to its <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/most-famous-movie-from-each-state/mason-weigel" target="_blank">most famous movie sets</a>. The competition is great for tourism and trivia alike, and helps set each&nbsp;state apart from its 49 brethren.&nbsp;When it comes to most notable historical figures from each state, though, the details may surprise you. After all, famous historical figures aren't always associated with the state of their birth. For example, the famous Illinois senator-turned-president Abraham Lincoln wasn't actually born in Illinois at all, but Kentucky!&nbsp;Which state has produced the most silver screen figures? It’s not California. And what about beloved New England poet Robert Frost? He's actually from California.Where historical figures were born doesn’t predict where they ended up in the annals of history but each state can claim someone of historical significance... even Rhode Island! Read on to see &nbsp;which of America's states claim lauded historical people.

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America. It&#39;s so much more than chants of &quot;USA!&nbsp;USA!&nbsp;USA!&quot; can possibly capture. It&#39;s a diverse empire of more than 327 million people living often radically different star-spangled lives in the land of the free. In addition to helping navigate from sea to shining sea, maps can help convey just how magnificently multifarious this great nation really is. These are the most compelling maps of the United States of America available on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/MapPorn/" target="_blank">r/mapp*rn</a>, and you can vote up the ones that blow your red, white, and blue mind.

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It's that time of year again. Get out the costumes, carve up the pumpkins, and stock up on candy - it's Halloween!&nbsp;Every year, shelves and Amazon vans alike are stuffed with <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-halloween-candy">America's favorite candies</a> - from Reese's to Skittles to Sour Patch Kids. So which candy will you stock up on this year?&nbsp;Whether you're shopping in person or online,&nbsp;you'll want to make sure you know what candy is most popular in the state you live in. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.candystore.com/blog/facts-trivia/halloween-candy-map-popular/">Candystore.com</a> does an excellent job rounding up which candies sold the best in all 50 states (plus Washington, DC). For more than 14 years, the website has crunched the numbers&nbsp;and compiled a list of each state's favorite candy.The "favorite" candy is defined as the candy that sold the most, in pounds, in the months leading up to Halloween. Here you'll find a list of the favorite Halloween candy by&nbsp;state in an easy-to-follow alphabetical format.

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List of best places in the US for fly fishing. What are the top American states for fly fishing? This list ranks the best fly fishing destinations in the US, from lakes and rivers to small streams and ponds across America. Fly fishing is a fun and challenging alternative to traditional fishing.&nbsp;Fly fishing differs from traditional fishing with a specific angling method that gives the sport its name. Fly fishing uses a lightweight fly or a similar lure to catch fish. With the weight distributed differently, casting is altered. Fly fishing can be done in both salt and fresh water. The most popular types of fish caught fly fishing famously include salmon and trout. Many <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-kinds-of-fish-to-eat/ranker-food?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">different types of fish</a>, such as bass and carp, are also caught using the fly fishing technique.&nbsp;Fly fishing is an incredibly rewarding type of fishing because it combines skill and artistry to master. Fly fishing is rich in history and has been recorded in time since the early third century. Fly fishing requires a sort of passion, and many delight in the solitude of the fly fishing experience. Even though the name suggests that flies be used as lures, many artificial lures that mimic the weightlessness of flies have been developed to attract fish. Artificial flies can be made from feathers, fur and hair and come in different colors, shapes and patterns.&nbsp;What are the best places for fly fishing? This list ranks the top states for fly fishers.&nbsp;

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The stars at night are big and bright. Everything's bigger. All your exes live there. It's America's second largest state!

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As the second-largest state in the US, Texas is inevitably a diverse place, with many landscapes, peoples, and customs. While its main hubs and their attractions are common knowledge –&nbsp;Dallas, Austin, Houston, etc. – you probably haven't heard of these weird <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/weird-american-small-towns/noah-henry" target="_blank">small towns</a> in Texas. You probably wouldn't think to visit these <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/haunted-texas-towns/t-l-perez" target="_blank">Texas towns</a> with crazy names, but you might change your mind after you hear about them.There are so many <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/weird-american-town-names/laura-allan?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">strange city names</a> in Texas. Some are mysterious, like Uncertain and Nameless; others are more comical. Care to stop by Oatmeal or Kermit? What about Goodnight? And then there's Ding Dong – that might just be the funniest name of all.These Texas towns might be small, but their bizarre names and histories prove that size truly doesn't matter.

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Did you know that every state* in the United States of America has an official state nickname? No, it's not just because they needed something clever to put on their license plates (though that does make for a fun road trip game). It's because each state has its own history and backstory that it proudly wants to let the world know about. US state nicknames can be fun and many have interesting origins, dating back through American history, that you might not have known. So which state nicknames are the best? Let's vote!But funny state nicknames are just the beginning - most states in America also have an official state mottos, state flowers, state trees, and even state songs! Who knew? Isn't learning fun!? Of the 50 US states, each has its unique nickname, earned for a variety of reasons, from major crops, physical features of the landscape, the history of the state's people, or even big ideas thought up by the state tourism board.So which state do you think has the best nickname? &nbsp;Which one has the lamest? &nbsp;Do you prefer your states named after a species of bird, a body of water, or perhaps a beaver? Perhaps most importantly, what the heck is a &quot;Show-Me&quot; state? Show us which USA state nicknames you think are the most fun with an upvote and downvote those you think are overdue for an update.*Okay, fine. Alabama doesn't technically have an official state nickname, but they do have several commonly used monikers that you might as well learn about while you're here.

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American history is filled with failed plans and abandoned proposals for <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/every-us-state-name-origins/kellen-perry?ref=browse_list" target="_blank">different states and territories</a>. The reasoning behind these proposed US states encompasses various motivations and political machinations that go as far back as the American Revolution&nbsp;- and even continue through today.

<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/what-happened-right-after-north-south-surrender/cheryl-adams-richkoff?ref=search" target="_blank">The Civil War</a>, for example, prompted dozens of small regions and territories to try to opt out of the secession and remain with the Union. This is how West Virginia came into existence, and it&#39;s also how the Free and Independent State of Scott and Nickajack were almost - but not quite - born.

In many cases, the impetus for breakaway states comes from rural areas in large states - such as Texas and California - feeling that their interests are not properly represented by the state governments, which are located in bigger and more populated areas. From various attempts at seceding from parent states to early ideas on how to divide up unclaimed territory after American expansion West, the geography of America could have been very different from&nbsp;what we know today.

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Lots of stuff to be scared of these days... more than usual, even in our normal fear-based-economy. The media and the pundits and the politicians love to find new things for you to be afraid of every time they want your attention or your votes or your money... but what do you think the REAL threats to America are? Vote up your biggest fears and re-rank the list in the order of most important to least important and make sure to ADD any scary stuff I missed.

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Lists and lists of the things that make each US State unique, from the weirdest laws to the most popular drinks and dog breeds to the shows residents are streaming most on Netflix.

This Is America

Do you live in a state with an ugly, poorly-designed license plate? Or perhaps&nbsp;you live in a state with <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/funny-hearse-license-plates/ashley-reign" target="_blank">license plates</a> that flawlessly unite&nbsp;great aesthetics with a design to represent&nbsp;your state?&nbsp;

A great license plate isn&rsquo;t just about beauty; it&rsquo;s also about representing the unique aspects of that state. Some proudly display or declare the unique features of its landscape, such as Colorado&rsquo;s Rocky Mountains, Arizona&rsquo;s Grand Canyon, and Minnesota&rsquo;s 10,000 lakes, while others highlight national landmarks like South Dakota&rsquo;s Mount Rushmore. Others prefer to highlight industry, such as Wisconsin&rsquo;s proclamation of being America&rsquo;s dairyland and Florida simply, but proudly, placing its oranges in a prominent location on its plates reminding us where our orange juice likely came from.&nbsp;

America&rsquo;s license plates&nbsp;are as diverse as the states they represent -&nbsp;so which one do you wish was on your ride?

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Ah, America: the land of the free and the home of the brave... and a bunch of other weird stuff. We<a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/AskReddit/comments/498pyp/nonamericans_who_have_been_to_the_us_what_is_the/" target="_blank"> searched the internet</a> to find out what things non-Americans were most confused by during their stay in our fine country. As it turns out, we do some pretty weird things. Our everyday lives are filled with things that shock, impress, and downright confuse our fellow man. It has become pretty clear that &quot;America&quot; is not synonymous with &quot;reason&quot;.

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Have you ever wondered where your state&#39;s name comes from? If you assume they come from the indigenous peoples who once lived there, you&#39;re likely right. Almost half of all state name origins can be sourced to the Native Americans, typically because they first named a river or lake in the region. But there are others that aren&#39;t so obvious.&nbsp;

Every US state on the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/true-size-world-maps/kellen-perry">map</a> has an interesting naming origin if you dig deep enough. Many, in fact, remain mysteries to this day. If you&#39;re an etymology nerd or a <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/colorized-photos-of-the-us-civil-war/kellen-perry">fan of United States history</a>, this super-sized list has plenty for you to ponder.

How Did Every US State Get Its Name?

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Each of the 50 United States is unique - and each can boast an unexpected fact or two. Like <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/food-faux-pas-in-every-state/will-morgan-1" target="_blank">food faux pas across the country</a>, these <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/every-us-state-name-origins/kellen-perry" target="_blank">facts about some US states</a> will surprise, delight, and teach something new.

Which state keeps a medieval sport alive? Why is Alaska an unsung WWII site? Keep reading to discover more random, unexpected facts about some corners&nbsp;of the United States.

Facts About Some Of The States In The United States That Sound Made Up But Aren't

Facts We Didn't Know About Some Of The States In The United States

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It&#39;s not always easy to determine the first time or last time something happens. First and <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/whoa-more-historical-lasts/melissa-sartore?ref=profile_own" target="_blank">lasts are often clear</a> when it comes to historical rulers and momentous events, but there are beginnings and <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/surprising-historical-last-events/melissa-sartore?ref=profile_own" target="_blank">endings taking place</a> around us every day.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/things-america-was-first-to-do/kellen-perry" target="_blank">In the US</a>, individual states often take pride in being the &quot;first&quot; at something. <a href="https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/title-registration/license-plates/Pages/first-freedom-plate.aspx" target="_blank">North Carolina&#39;s license plate</a> says &quot;First in Flight&quot; (sorry, Ohio), but no state advertises its lasts.

From political and <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/last-use-historical-punishments/melissa-sartore?ref=profile_own" target="_blank">legal actions</a> to retail chains finally opening a branch in every state, there&#39;s a &quot;last time&quot; - whether the state is proud of it or not.

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Let's face it: some places are less desirable to live than others, especially in the United States. With a lot of people migrating towards major metropolitan cities, it makes states that don't have either a big city or are rural not desirable places to live. Weather also plays a big part in figuring out where the worst place to live is. Would you rather be living in the freezing cold with snow potentially coming down as late as April or would you rather be living it up on the beach all year round. All of these important factors go into deciding which of these places is the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/worst-cities-in-america-to-live-in-or-visit?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">worst place to live in America</a>. There are some US states on this list that are noticeable punching bags. For example, New Jersey, Ohio and Mississippi on here. Likewise with cold weather states like Minnesota and overly hot desert land like in Nevada. If the weather is too extreme in one direction or another, the state is likely to be on this list. The same goes for lesser populated states like North Dakota, South Dakota and Idaho.Ultimately, it's up to you to decide where is the worst place to live in the U.S. and which states in the USA are the most horrible. Each place may have its merits and demerits, but one place has to be the worst place to live and it's on you to decide. Make your voice heard on this list of the worst states to live in.