Who Made Illinois a State

The first Europeans to visit Illinois were the French explorers Louis Jolliet

Who became Illinois a state?

On December 3, 1818, Illinois became the twenty-first state of the Union.

Who helped shape the state of Illinois?

Taken together, the thirty-five document images offer a kaleidoscopic picture of the life of Abraham Lincoln and of the Illinois he lived in and helped shape.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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