Connecticut became a state on Jan. 9, 1788.Hartford is the capital of Connecticut. It is one of the largest cities in the state by population.The Constitution State is the official nickname of Connecticut.The motto of Connecticut is Qui Transtulit Sustinet. This is a Latin.

Connecticut's state flag:  

The American robin is the state bird of Connecticut.

The mountain laurel is the state flower of Connecticut.

The white oak is the state tree of Connecticut.