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United States

Established:: 1776
Capital:: Washington DC
Population:: 309,581,000
Currency:: U.S. Dollar
Language:: English
Leader:: President Barack Obama

Description

The United States of America declared independence from Great Britain in 1776 and became one of the most prosperous nations in the world in the ensuing two centuries. The United States of America is one of the largest countries in the world, one of the most ethnically varied, and one of the most powerful. By visiting the USA, you are visiting one country but by traveling to different states it feels like you are travelling to different worlds. You could be sunbathing in Los Angeles and then travel to Alaska and see snow. See Las Vegas in the desert and then travel to Maine where trees abound. Visit New York City and Chicago and see tall skyscrapers and the hustle and bustle of the city and then enjoy the quiet calm of a small town in Virginia. Do not forget to visit Washington D.C., to learn about the nation's history. No matter where you go, you'll have a great time in this amazing, unique, and varied country. The United States has either the first or second largest population of Jews in the world and has a long history of Jewish presence all the way back to the 17th century. Ever since, Jews have had an important presence in America and have been in important positions in industries and government. Today, there are many Jewish organizations throughout the U.S., and some major cities with large Jewish populations are New York, Miami, and Los Angeles.