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Wonder State [14] California: El Dorado State [16] The Golden State [17] [18] (previously used on license plates) Colorado: Buffalo Plains State [19] (no longer used) Centennial State [20] (previously used on license plates. Colorado was admitted to the Union one hundred years after the signing of the Declaration of Independence.)
California: The Golden State There are mixed opinions on the origin of the Golden State nickname, and in truth, it's probably a combination of inspiration. For starters, there's the iconic Golden ...
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City nicknames can help in establishing a civic identity, helping outsiders recognize a community or attracting people to a community because of its nickname; promote civic pride; and build community unity. [1] Nicknames and slogans that successfully create a new community "ideology or myth" [2] are also believed to have economic value. [1]
Arizona State University: Sun Devils: Tempe, Arizona ... Nickname Location California Polytechnic State University, ... California Golden State Baptist College:
There are many nicknames of San Francisco, California that have been used throughout the city's history. [1] [2] San Fran – Used by non-native residents and those outside of the Bay Area. Curtis Sparrer from Bospar gives the reasons why it is not acceptable to say 'San Fran'. [3] [4]
After changing their name from the San Francisco Warriors, the Warriors became (and remain) the only NBA team that does not include the name of their state or their city in their name (although "Golden State" is a well-known California nickname). After four seasons in the ABA, Barry rejoined the Warriors in 1972.