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"Rhode Island is the smallest state in size in the United States.  It covers only an area of 1,214 square miles, that’s little more than half the size of Delaware.",

"The first circus in the United States was in Newport, Rhode Island, in 1774.  Circuses are now major events all across the country.",

"Though second in command, Nathaniel Greene from Rhode Islander is viewed by many historians as the most capable and important general of the Revolutionary effort.  British General Cornwallis feared Greene more than any other general.",

"The oldest tavern in the U.S. is in Rhode Island.  The White Horse Tavern was built in 1673 and continues to serve today.",

"Rhode Island has no county government.  It is divided into 39 <em>municipalities</em>, each with its own form of local government.",

"Roger Williams, Rhode Island’s founder, guaranteed religious and political freedom to everyone in the state in 1636. It was considered one of the most liberal colonies and home to the first Baptist church and first Jewish synagogue."];