It's all about being number one for this state. Delaware is the leader of the pack, being the first to become a state in 1787. It is also one of the smallest states, coming in second to last in size and is therefore often called a "small wonder".
The state was named for a Virginia governor, Lord De La Warr. The state is also the lowest of those in the U.S. It has an average altitude of just 60 feet above sea-level. Delawareans have proved to be pretty smart!
There are more scientists and engineers living in Delaware than anywhere else in the country. The western border of the state holds a special meaning. While it separates Delaware from Maryland, it is also the Mason-Dixon Line.
The state is home to 50 percent of the countries corporations and a great deal of the world's most successful companies call Delaware home. Also known for its low taxes, many people flock to Delaware for shopping and to station businesses.