History of North America

What states were called before they became states?

Here are some examples of states that had different names before becoming states:

1. California - Alta California (Spanish)

2. Colorado - Territory of Colorado

3. Florida - East and West Florida (Spanish)

4. Hawaii - Kingdom of Hawaii

5. Idaho - Idaho Territory

6. Illinois - Illinois Territory

7. Michigan - Michigan Territory

8. Mississippi - Territory of Mississippi

9. Nevada - Nevada Territory

10. New York - Province of New York (British)

11. Ohio - Northwest Territory

12. Oregon - Oregon Territory

13. Texas - Republic of Texas

14. Utah - Utah Territory

15. Vermont - Republic of Vermont

16. Washington - Washington Territory

17. Wisconsin - Territory of Wisconsin

These are just a few examples, as many states went through various name changes or territorial designations before becoming states.