United States by Joshua Brown May 1, 2023 143 The United States of America, commonly referred to as the United States (U.S.) or simply America, is a federal republic composed of 50 states, a federal district and various territories. It is located in North America between Canada and Mexico. With an estimated population of over 320 million people it is the world’s third most populous nation after China and India. The capital city is Washington D.C., while its largest city by population is New York City with 8 million inhabitants; Los Angeles follows closely behind with 3.8 million residents – making them two of the most populated cities on Earth respectively . The U.S has been inhabited for thousands of years by indigenous peoples including Native Americans who were later supplanted by immigrants from Europe during colonialization starting in 1607, when English settlers arrived at Jamestown Virginia via boat from England which was then part of Great Britain.. After gaining independence from British rule following the Revolutionary War in 1783 ,the new country adopted its current constitution in 1789 creating a unified government that would eventually go on to become one of the world’s leading economic powers within just over 200 years since then ,encompassing all aspects ranging from technology industry finance entertainment media etc .. During this time period many iconic landmarks have been built such as Mount Rushmore Statue Of Liberty Grand Canyon Hollywood Sign Golden Gate Bridge Empire State Building White House Niagara Falls And numerous others Allowing millions visitors each year too explore these awe-inspiring feats achieved through American ingenuity . Other accomplishments made include being first launching satellite into orbit Sputnik 1 1957 First Man On Moon 1969 Invention Internet 1989 Developing Vaccines Polio Smallpox Etc.. In addition World Wars I II Korea Vietnam Iraq Afghanistan are some examples where U S Armed Forces played major role protecting freedom democracy around globe Furthermore due To Its Economic Political Influence Alongside Various Cultural Exports Such As Music Movies Television Programs Books Fashion Sports That Have Spread Across Entire Planet Making so called American Dream Reality For Many People Worldwide Thus Proving Power Nation Has Become Since Founding Fathers Declared Independence Back 1776
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