State

A state of the United States was a pre-War geographic territory with established borders within the United States. 
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==Background==
There were 50 states within the country before the war.Watoga Municipal Center terminal entries; Terminal; Selection Committee Letter [Archived] The states were created as a result of thirteen British colonies declaring independence in 1776.Museum kiosk The ensuing American Revolutionary War secured the split, and the group of states adopted a constitution, bringing the states into a single republic. In 1969, they were organized into commonwealths, an intermediate level of political organization between a state and the federal republic.Massachusetts State House plaque: "The 'new' state house was completed in 1798 to house the government of the state of Massachusetts. The land selected was originally John Hancock’s cow pastures. The first dome was constructed of wooden shingles and covered in copper smelted by Paul Revere. The state government used this building continuously until the formation of the Thirteen Commonwealths in 1969."
These distinctions are still mentioned in character dialogue, appear in reading materials, on posters, and are found throughout the wastelands on signs, placards, and monuments.
==States that appear in games==
The various wastelands featured in game usually fit within the geographical area of pre-War states, and sometimes the pre-War name is part of the name given to an area by the wastelanders living there. 
* Fallout 1 takes place in California, though parts of Nevada are explorable.
* Fallout 2 takes place in California, Oregon, and Nevada.
* Fallout 3 takes place in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and the District of Columbia. Its add-ons The Pitt, Point Lookout, and Operation: Anchorage take place in Pennsylvania, Maryland, and a simulation of Alaska, respectively. 
* Fallout: New Vegas takes place in Nevada, California, and Arizona. Its add-ons Lonesome Road and Honest Hearts take place in California and Utah, respectively.
* Fallout 4 takes place in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and its add-on Far Harbor takes place on Mount Desert Island in Maine. 
* Fallout 76 takes place in West Virginia and Virginia, its update Expeditions: The Pitt takes place in Pennsylvania, and its update Expeditions: Atlantic City is set in New Jersey.
* Fallout Tactics takes place in the former states of Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, and Colorado.
* The Fallout TV series takes place around Los Angeles, California.
* Fallout: Brotherhood of Steel takes place in Carbon and Los in the former state of Texas.
==Featured states==
To distinguish between simple mentions and states that play a larger role in the franchise, the states are split into mentioned (a small number of mentions) and featured (with enough information to warrant separate articles). "Featured" states are:
The superscript is intended to distinguish between states featured in the main continuity and those in games outside of it, such as Fallout Tactics (FOT) and the unreleased Van Buren (VB) and Fallout Extreme (FOX).
==Mentioned states==
===Alaska===
* A flag in the Museum of Technology was recovered from the wreck of the USS Ebon Atoll, sunk off the coast of Alaska in 2066.Fallout 3 message box transcriptions; Museum of Technology, U.S.S. Ebon Atoll's flag
* The Boston Bugle reported that American troops were fighting all the way from Anchorage, Alaska to Shantou, China.Boston Bugle building terminal entries; Boston Bugle article terminal, Article 2: Front Page News, October 19, 2077 - October 23, 2077
* A supervisor at the converted munitions factory questions why they are stockpiling bullets in the factory instead of sending them to Alaska.Converted munitions factory terminal entries; supervisor's terminal, Supervisor's Notes 01-20-77
* Jon Elwood wrote to his colleague Wilfred Bergman that although he may have been the better hacker of the two during college, more advanced security measures had been developed while he was away fighting in Alaska.Cambridge Polymer Labs terminal entries; Bergman's terminal, internal mail relay, [J. Elwood] - Hacking Admin
* Liberty Prime states that its mission is the liberation of Anchorage, Alaska.Liberty Prime: "Voice module online. Audio functionality test... initialized. Designation: Liberty Prime. Mission: the Liberation of Anchorage, Alaska."(Libery Prime's dialogue)
* Scribe Rothchild describes Liberty Prime as being designed to help liberate Alaska but was never completed.Reginald Rothchild: "Apparently, he was meant to help liberate Alaska from the Chinese, but was never completed. They were forced to go in without him."(Rothchild's dialogue)
* The Capitol Post reported on the annexation of Canada, mentioning the state of Alaska, and the state is labeled on the newspaper's maps.Capitol Post terminal entries; Capital Post top stories -- June 3, 2072, U.S. to Annex CanadaCapitol Post newspaper 1Capitol Post newspaper 2
* The boxcars seen in Operation: Anchorage are labeled "ALASKA" on one side and "Built by Alaska Shipping, Anchorage Alaska" on the opposite.Boxcar render
* The icon for the quest Operation: Anchorage shows a map labeled Alaska.Operation Anchorage quest image
* Alaska is mentioned on the kiosks in the Museum of History as being in the northwest of the continent, with Canada to its east and Russia to the west across the Bering Strait.Museum kiosk
* Harold Callahan mentions in an incident report that tensions had been running high lately following incidents in Alaska.Citadel terminal entries (Broken Steel); Incident Report 08-16-77
* Constantine Chase is mentioned as the general that reclaimed Anchorage, Alaska in January 2077.The Whitespring bunker terminal entries; General Constantine Chase
* A terminal at Garrahan Mining Headquarters mentions the deteriorating situation in Alaska.Garrahan Mining Headquarters terminal entries; Security terminal, Log Entry 10-3-2077
* Moose are described as an "iconic Alaskan mammal."Pioneer Scout Badge Exam answers; Mammalogist
* The Alaskan front is mentioned on the People's Republic of America Radio heard in the Capital Wasteland.People's Republic of America Radio: "Your boys are dying on the Alaska front, and all for nothing. Bring them home, before it is too late."
* The state is mentioned in the description of the U.S. Declaration of War on China on the Capitol Preservation Society terminal in Rivet City.Rivet City terminal entries; Capitol Preservation Society terminal, U.S. Declaration of War on China
* The Hubris Comics summer 2077 schedule included Tales from the Front: Alaska Unbowed.Hubris Comics terminal entries; Hubris Comics receptionist terminal and Hubris Comics Publishing terminal, Release Schedule
===Arizona===
* The Arizona Spillway is located on the eastern side of the Hoover Dam.Hoover Dam map render
* Dale Barton can state that trading with the NCR is too expensive, so he usually sticks with doing business in Arizona and New Mexico.
* Caesar mentions that the Legion has expanded into several states, including all of Arizona.
* According to Caesar, Legate Lanius was a member of the Hidebarks tribe, located in the state.Caesar: "Once, he was the greatest warrior of the Hidebarks, a tribe of the Arizona. Maniacal in battle. Sometimes he'd ambush Legion patrols by himself."(Caesar's dialogue)
* The eastern side of the Hoover Dam is depicted in blueprints found in Mojave locations controlled by the NCR and Legion.
* Jed Masterson can state that despite being ruled by the Legion, Arizona is still safer than Utah.
* Raul Tejada can tell the Courier that after the Great War, Arizona was largely fragmented, with each town fighting their neighbors just to survive, and the region so heavily infested with raiders, trade between towns was virtually impossible; the Legion's rise to power served to significantly decrease the violence with either scaring or killing off all the raiders.Courier: "How do you feel about Caesar's Legion?"Raul Tejada: "I don't really have a problem with them. People around here tend to see them as invading marauders planning to burn and pillage the countryside. But I've been to Arizona, boss. Before the Legion, it was a nasty place, so thick with raiders, you couldn't trade with a town two miles up the road. Caesar's laws aren't nice, and their actions aren't always pretty. But then, neither am I, but you keep me around."(Raul Tejada's dialogue)
* If the Enclave remnants were told to support the Legion in the Second Battle of Hoover Dam, Caesar died, and the Legion defeated the NCR, it's stated that the Remnants were pursued by legionnaires into Arizona, "losing hundreds of legionaries in the process and gaining nothing in return."Fallout: New Vegas endings: "Merciless in their assault on the NCR, the Remnants struck fear into the hearts of even the centurions at Hoover Dam. Caesar's heirs aggressively pursued the Remnants into Arizona, losing hundreds of legionaries in the process and gaining nothing in return."
* The Legion's defunct howitzer positioned at Fortification Hill was acquired by Dale Barton, who salvaged it from Yuma, Arizona.Courier: "Where did you get the gun, anyway?"Lucius: "The trader, Dale Barton, salvaged it from a military base in Arizona. Yuma, I believe."(Lucius' dialogue)
* Raul Tejada at one point moved to the city of Two-Sun (though he insists that it be known as Tucson), located in Arizona.The Courier: "So what did you do?"Raul Tejada: "I took off that old vaquero outfit and put on a Petro-Chico jumpsuit. The name tag said "Miguel," so I started using the name myself. Eventually, I made it to Arizona... but that's another story, boss."(Raul Tejada's dialogue)The Courier: "What happened with her?"Raul Tejada: "This was a long time ago. Before Caesar's Legion pacified Arizona and brought the raider tribes to heel. A tribe came into Tuscon one day - more a gang, really. Dirty Dave and his six brothers. They were looking for bullets, and I sold some to them. I figured if I did that, they'd leave town before they tore it up too much."(Raul Tejada's dialogue)
* The Legion crucified members of the Twisted Hairs along Interstate 40 in Arizona after betraying them at Dry Wells.Legion slave ledger
* Karl can tell the Courier that veteran legionnaires are being drawn to the Mojave from Arizona at Caesar's command to ensure victory against the NCR.Karl: "Caesar's veterans will arrive from Arizona soon, and there will be no stopping our victory."(Karl's dialogue)
* Arcade Gannon can mention Arizona when describing those impacted by Caesar's Legion.Courier: "I don't think either of us can fully understand what he and the tribes have gone through."Arcade Gannon: "A fair point, but from the perspective of someone on the east side of Arizona, the man is clearly out of his mind."(Arcade Gannon's dialogue)
* Hanlon can mentions the Desert Rangers fighting Caesar's Legion to the east in Arizona before the Unification Treaty.Courier: "Why are the rangers here?"Hanlon: "There's a lot of answers to that question, but it started with the Ranger Unification Treaty. We weren't always the only show in town. Nevada had its own posse, the Desert Rangers. They fought Caesar even farther east, out in Arizona. Didn't go well for them. Years back, we met with the Desert Rangers at Mojave Outpost and agreed to help them against Caesar if they would join the NCR."(Hanlon's dialogue)
* If Caesar dies or is killed prior to the Courier visiting Zion Canyon, Joshua Graham can mention traveling into Arizona as part of his missionary work as well as remarking on Caesar's death.The Courier: "Were you always with the New Canaanites?"Joshua Graham: "I was born in Ogden, what people came to call New Canaan. Things were more peaceful when I was growing up. When I was a young man, I went out into the world to do missionary work as all New Canaanites do. I traveled along the Long 15 and followed 89 south into Arizona."(Joshua Graham's dialogue)Joshua Graham: "No doubt this will be good for the Mojave. I can only hope Arizona and the tribes don't suffer as the Legion falls apart around them."(Joshua Graham's dialogue)
===California===
* AHS-9 mentions that the Enclave has hidden bases all over the former state of California.The Chosen One: "Yeah, okay. How do I find them?"AHS-9: "The Enclave are a remnant of the past - a neurodyne that has yet to be aligned. They have hidden bases all over the shards of old California, and their strongest stronghold is off to the west, over the waters."(Fcoz9.msg)
* New California is a post-War region spanning beyond the former state of California.Steve: "Hello and welcome to Vault City, the best city in New California! I'm Steve...how can I help you?"(VCSTEVE.MSG)
* The Navarro computer mentions that the Enclave headquarters is off the coast of California.The Chosen One: "{116}{}{Where is the Enclave main base located?}"Central computer for Navarro: "{125}{}{Searching... Accessing geographical maps... Data acquired. Enclave headquarters is located 175 miles off of the coast of California in the Pacific ocean. Coordinates are 37 degrees 18 minutes north latitude by 120 degrees 7 minutes west longitude.}"The Chosen One: "{127}{}{What the hell does all that crap mean?}"Central computer for Navarro: "{128}{}{Searching... Accessing English slang dictionary... Data acquired. Translation follows: 1) It's a long ways out in the ocean. 2) It's off the coast of California. 3) It's west of the city of San Francisco. 4) If you do not understand the geographical coordinate system then you will not find it.}"(Central computer for Navarro's dialogue)
* Daniel Bird writes the state name in his memo to self, adding his idea to change the spelling to "Kalifornia."Word list He will also ask the Chosen One how they spell the state's name.Daniel Bird: "{116}{}{Hmm, tell me, how do you spell California? With a 'K,' or without?}"(Daniel Bird's dialogue)
* A recreational location called the California Sunset Drive-in is located in the Mojave.
* A pre-War California roadsign is found near Nipton.California state sign render
* The platinum chip was printed in Sunnyvale, California on October 22, 2077.Robert House: "The Platinum Chip was printed in Sunnyvale, California on October 22nd, 2077 - the day before the Great War."(Robert House's dialogue)
* The California gold rush is mentioned as an event that began in 1848.Pioneer Scout Badge Exam answers; Miner
* The Chosen One can fight their way to become the heavyweight champion of Northern California.Prizefighter description: "You are the heavyweight champion of Northern California. You have gained fame, respect, the love of thousands... and a bonus to your toughness and unarmed skill."
* Alice McLafferty tells the Courier about the wealthy Jamison family from Redding, California, that invests heavily in the Crimson Caravan Company.The Courier: "I want to know more about the problem with Henry Jamison."Alice McLafferty: "The Jamisons are very wealthy ranchers back in Redding, California and significant investors in the Crimson Caravan Company. I was pressured into posting young Henry as the manager of the New Vegas branch. As you can see, he wasn't exactly cut out for the job. He was much more interested in gambling and prostitutes, and because of his family, I can't simply fire him. Henry needs to be convinced to quit, one way or another. I won't have a useless employee on the company payroll."(Alice McLafferty's dialogue) 
* Veronica shares her origins as California, having followed Elijah in order to research the Hoover Dam.The Courier: "Actually, I'm more comfortable now that I know you've had some training."Veronica Santangelo: "Well, thanks for taking a chance on a naive young girl from California with stars in her eyes and a pneumatic gauntlet on her hand. Let's hit the road, huh?"(Veronica Santangelo's dialogue)
* The marked scout armor has a California license plate on the back.California license plate
* Sierra Petrovita remarks that a nut collector may live in either California or Nevada.Lone Wanderer: "Look, lady. I just want to get out of this nuthouse..."Sierra Petrovita: "Oh, I think you came to the wrong place. I think there's someone in California that collects nuts. Or was it Nevada? Hmmm..."
* Jas Wilkins mentions being born and raised in California.The Courier: "Are you from California?"Jas Wilkins: "Born and raised. Things back in California are better than they've ever been, according to my grandpa. The Raiders are mostly gone now and it's easy enough to get a job at one of the mills or farms. But now there's taxes and laws and other things. The NCR keeps things safe and orderly, but it's all very boring. So, I came out east towards the frontier."(Jas Wilkins' dialogue) 
* The Switchboard reported three unidentified submerged objects off the coast of California on the day of the Great War.
* After the Sole Survivor delivers Nuka-Cola Wild to the patrons of Doc Phosphate's Saloon, Phosphate will ask if they offered any tall tales as compensation. The Sole Survivor can respond that all three told them about the California Gold Rush.Phosphate: "Good job. Did Old Prospector Owen give you one of his great tall tales as a reward for his drink? What about Miss Trixie and Handy Hank?"The Sole Survivor: "Oh yeah. Owen, Trixie, and Hank told me all about the California Gold Rush. Fun and educational!"(Phosphate's dialogue)
* If the Courier facilitates his safe escape from the Camp Guardian caves, Private Halford remarks that he will be heading back to California to avoid further risk to his life due to NCR incompetence.Courier: "You're free to leave. The way up is clear."Halford: "Great, I'll start heading back to California now. I'm not about to let myself get killed by future NCR incompetence."(Halford's dialogue)
* The Mariposa Military Base is built in central California to conduct Forced Evolutionary Virus research.ZAX 1.2: "The military, wishing to continue further testing, builds a large facility at the Mariposa military installation in central California. At this new facility, testing of the FEV virus continues on volunteer subjects from the military."(ZAX 1.2 dialogue)FEV research
* The gamblers inside the Ultra-Luxe will tell the Courier that they heard the bath house uses sea salts imported from California.Gambler: "I heard they brought in sea salts from California just for this bath."(Gambler's dialogue) 
* Lanius remarks that someday the Legion may conquer "the land known as California."Lanius: "Perhaps, in time, I will be granted the honor of conquering the land known as California. But for now, we rest."(Lanius' dialogue)
* President Kimball's itinerary for his visit to the Hoover Dam describes his arrival by vertibird from California.President Kimball's itinerary: "The President is scheduled to arrive via vertibird from California. The vertibird will land on the top of the Visitor's Center where Colonel Moore will meet the President and escort him out to the stage." 
* Kimball mentions California several times in his Hoover Dam speech.Kimball's dialogue)
* Gloria Van Graff mentions the majority of her family's business operations are in California.Courier: "So is this a family business?"Gloria Van Graff: "Yes it is. My brother and I run this particular branch, but our family has operations all over, particularly in California."(Gloria Van Graff's dialogue)
* Ringo's caravan was attacked on the way back to New Vegas from California.Courier: "Why are the Powder Gangers out to get you?"Ringo: "My caravan was on the return trip from California and heading back up to the company branch in New Vegas when we got jumped. Not even a "drop your weapons and hands up" before the bullets started flying. We put up a good fight, but there was too many of them. I took a few of the bandits down before I ran, so I figure their friends are out for revenge."(Ringo's dialogue) He mentions that the Crimson Caravan Company is the largest trading outfit in California.Courier: "Tell me more about the Crimson Caravan Company."Ringo: "It's been in business for a very long time, and is probably the biggest trading outfit in California. There's a branch up in New Vegas, but it hasn't been doing so well. Word is that the big boss herself, Alice McLafferty, is coming in to fix things."(Ringo's dialogue) 
* California highway patrol cars are found throughout the Mojave region.
* The Vault City travel log mentions the state.Vault City travel log: "This utopia is free from crimes and other sociological ills that inflict the other communities in Northern California."
* Papa Khan mentions that the glory of the Great Khans will be restored once the NCR is pushed back to California.Papa Khan: "The glory of the Great Khans will be restored, and once the NCR is pushed back to California, all the land from here to the Colorado will be ours."(Papa Khan's dialogue)
* Scribe Valdez mentions a broken transmitter that was needed to contact California.Fort Atlas terminal entries; The New Appalachian Brotherhood
* Lily Bowen mentions that she was taken from Vault 17 and put to work in an army that was going to conquer California.Courier: "Where did you come from?"Lily Bowen: "I grew up in Vault 17. I never even saw the sun until I was 75 years old - that was when Super mutants raided the Vault and carried a lot of us off. Yes, Leo, I'm getting to that part! They made me one of them, and they put me to work in an army that was going to conquer California."(Lily Bowen's dialogue)
* California is mentioned in one of Craig Boone's ending slides, stating that he journeyed back to the state in search of the NCR officer who had led the attack on Bitter Springs.Fallout: New Vegas endings: "As the Battle of Hoover Dam ended, Boone confirmed what he had always suspected - that revenge would never quiet his troubled mind. Side arm in hand, he journeyed back to California in search of the NCR officer who had led the attack on Bitter Springs."
* Henry Casdin comments on the Brotherhood of Steel on the western coast of the country, around California.Henry Casdin: "I mean the Brotherhood from out West, back around California. We knew what we were doing back there. We didn't waste time with delusions of heroism."(Casdin's dialogue)
* When speaking with Owyn Lyons in the Citadel, he will mention that the Brotherhood has encountered the Enclave in the past, over 30 years ago in California.Owyn Lyons: "The Brotherhood of Steel has encountered the Enclave before, you see. Over thirty years ago, back in California."(Owyn Lyons' dialogue)
===Colorado===
* Caesar mentions that the Legion has expanded into several states, including much of Colorado.The Courier: "And since forming the Legion, all you've done is conquer other tribes?"Caesar: "That's right. Decades of warfare, absorbing lesser tribes, gathering power. Forging the dross into a vast, razor-sharp scythe. My Legion's expansion has never ceased. Much of the Utah and Colorado, and all of Arizona and New Mexico, are mine. We have cities of our own, but nothing compared to Vegas. Finally, my Legion will have its Rome."(Caesar's dialogue)
* Rex served with the police service in Colorado.Fallout: New Vegas endings: "He had survived police service in Colorado, the Great War, combat duty with the Legion, and being the companion of The King. But, in the end, Rex finally succumbed to the horrors of the wasteland."
* Ulysses mentions the state when describing Legate Lanius, in that he "put Colorado to the sword."Courier: "Who is Legate Lanius?"Ulysses: "Lanius... the 'Butcher.' Monster, Terror of the East. Not even his slaves have seen his face - struck them blind so they can't. Wears a mask, don't even know if it's the same man. He put Colorado to the sword, broke the Hangdogs by throwing their hounds upon the flames, so they might burn forever in the afterlife."(Ulysses' dialogue)
===Connecticut===
* Connecticut Avenue is a roadway in Washington, D.C.Connecticut Ave sign
* Lance Ames reported being in the state when the bombs went off.West Everett Estates terminal entries; logs, Home
* Gilbert Hopson traveled to Appalachia from his home in Monroe, Connecticut.Vault Dweller: "Where are you from?"Gilbert Hopson: "Up north. Connecticut. A small town called Monroe, named for the fifth president of the United States. It was quite lovely, especially in the autumn. My wife and I used to ride the bicycle trails on Sundays and then visit the local brewery for a pint. Ah, I do miss those days. And I miss my Millie, may she rest in everlasting peace."(Gilbert Hopson's dialogue)
* The city of Hartford, Connecticut is mentioned. Nathan Broadhurst and Jim Walker traveled south from Boston and joined a survivor group in Hartford which was headed for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.Nathan Broadhurst's autobiogrophy
===Florida===
* Blue Ridge Caravan Company bartender Herschel Klein lies about a rumor that Paladin Rahmani was spotted in Florida performing a trapeze act.A Vault Dweller: "Heard any rumors lately?"Herschel Klein: " "(Herschel Klein's dialogue)
===Georgia===
* A factory foreman mentions beginning their military career in Georgia.Factory terminal entries; Foreman's terminal, Foreman's log, 2) War...
* Jennie Brown compares Appalachia's humidity to that of what she experienced in Georgia.Jennie Brown: "This place isn't quite Georgia, but the humidity's sure trying."(Jennie Brown's dialogue)
* Baseball player Matt Murtagh's hometown was Atlanta, Georgia.Matt Murtagh baseball card
* A robot at the National Archives plays the part of Button Gwinnett of Georgia, the second signer of the Declaration of Independence.National Archives terminal entries; BGWIN009 Button Gwinnett, Unit Directives
===Hawaii===
* When Thomas Davis deployed, he wrote to his friends at the Beaver Creek Lanes bowling alley that he promised to send them pineapples from his sending-off point in Hawaii if they promised not to try and bowl with them.Beaver Creek Lanes terminal entries; terminal, employee memos, 12/8/2076 - Vim Machine being marked out of order?
* An individual repairing a PT-00D biplane wrote "Hawaii or bust" on a list of parts needed.List of parts
* Hawaii is mentioned on the kiosks in the Museum of History as being located in the mid-Pacific and having been annexed in the 19th century.
===Idaho===
* If the Great Khans are still allied with the Legion when the NCR wins, the remnants of the tribe are driven north into "the wilderness of Idaho" following the Second Battle of Hoover Dam.Fallout: New Vegas endings; Slide 15: Great Khans: "After driving the Legion out of the Mojave Wasteland, the victorious NCR turned its attention to those who had allied themselves with Caesar. The Great Khans were among the first tribes to suffer this fate, and the few who survived Hoover Dam were driven north, into the wilderness of Idaho."
===Illinois===
* While in Chicago, a young boy named Tommy, alongside his father and mother, helped repair ED-E using a pre-War Illinois license plate.The Courier: "Sounds like that kid was pretty fond of you. Why did you leave?"ED-E: Wistful beepingThe Courier: "Where did this happen?"ED-E: Happy beepingThe Courier: "Illinois? So that's where you got that plate. The other you, I mean."ED-E: Happy beepingThe Courier: "What's a Chicago?"ED-E: Expository beeping(ED-E's dialogue)Nevada license plate render
* Hannibal Hamlin states that Abraham Lincoln once "rule[d] the Linoy, a small tribe of free men[,]" in reference to Lincoln's political career in Illinois prior to his presidency.Hannibal Hamlin: "Let me tell you the story of Abraham Lincoln. He was born a Tucky Tearsman. The truth of this mysterious title has been lost, but we know it was a great honor. As a child he could not bear to see any animal chained or imprisoned. He was even known to set free the family Brahmin on occasion. As a youth, Abraham Lincoln fought Raiders in the war of the black hawks. When the war ended, he settled down to rule the Linoy, a small tribe of free men. He grew so famous that one day he was made President. He ruled over all the land. When he declared that all slaves must be freed, the slavers rebelled against his rule. They fought a great war, which Lincoln won. When he came to free the slaves, an assassin of the slavers struck him down. In the confusion, a few of the slavers escaped. Lincoln's generals hunted them, but could not find them. The bombs ended the era of Lincoln, but we will resurrect his voice. We will restore the greatness of his vision where all men are created equal, and all men can live free!"(Hannibal Hamlin's dialogue)
===Iowa===
* In 2076, Dr. Constance Nichols chose to work on her project at the National Isolated Radio Array instead of heading back home to spend Thanksgiving with her parents in Iowa.National Isolated Radio Array terminal entries; Dr. Nichols' terminal, Laboratory Notes 11/26/2076
===Kansas===
* Vic's guard remarks to the Chosen One that they are not in Kansas.The Chosen One: "{287}{}{Who's your boss?}"Vic's guard: "{310}{}{Huh? You just in the habit of walking around into places you don't know? This is the Slaver's Guild.}"The Chosen One: "{312}{}{Oh, that's where I am? I though I was in Kansas.}"Vic's guard: "{320}{}{Where? No, never heard of it. This is the Den. Not sure about that place, but I don't get out much. Sorry.}"(DcVicGrd.msg)
* Elliot was stranded in West Virginia after the war, separated from his partner Spence who was located in Kansas.Dear Spence
* Giles Sweetwater contends that the world's Biggest Ball of Twine is located in Kansas, though he notes that there is some controversy over the subject.Vault Dweller: "A Giant Teapot. In Appalachia. Really?"Giles Sweetwater: "But of course, friend. Before the owners settled on the Teapot, they had considered making the world's Biggest Ball of Twine. But there was already considerable controversy on that account. If you ask me: Kansas."(Sweetwater/Dialogue)
* Ken mentions in a letter about going to Topeka, a city in Kansas.I'm getting out of this town
===Kentucky===
* Hannibal Hamlin mentions that Abraham Lincoln was "born a Tucky Tearsman," in reference to Lincoln's birth in Kentucky.
* Sophie Wagoner mentions living on a commune in Kentucky as a child.
* Carver Timmerman mentions living in the state, or what used to be named Kentucky.Carver Timmerman: "Well I was born around here actually, but my mom moved us sometime after the war. Now we've live in a settlement out in what used to be Kentucky, I guess. Maybe it still is Kentucky? I don't know, I tried reading some old geography text books as a kid, seemed like a waste of time now, though."(Carver Timmerman's dialogue)
* John Henry Eden states in his radio broadcast that he grew up in rural Kentucky.John Henry Eden: "When I was a child, growing up in rural Kentucky, I had the best friend a boy could hope for -- my dear old dog, Honey. Oh, the adventures we had! From Knob Creek to Hodgenville we roamed, carefree and courageous, irresponsible and completely inseparable. It was, for a little boy, the perfect existence. So let me ask you, America. How many of your children can say the same? How many of this nation's youth are truly happy, truly carefree? We both know the answer, don't we? None. America's children live a terrifying, meaningless existence. There is no hope. No happiness. That changes! Right here! Right now! From this moment onward, the children of this great nation are its highest priority! The Enclave will restore every American school, reinstate every youth program, and offer counseling and financial assistance to any family in need. We will match up the destitute, orphaned children of the Capital Wasteland with qualified, eligible adults. We will rebuild the American family, as it was, as it was meant to be! The values of our past... shall be the foundation of our future."(John Henry Eden's dialogue)
* Independent Arms Group was a weapons manufacturer headquartered in Liberty, Kentucky.IAG suppressor render
* Underworld residents may ask for a "Kentucky straight" from Greta, also remarking that she is too young to remember the state.Underworld resident: "Kentucky straight. You remember Kentucky? Nah, you're too young."(Underworld resident's dialogue)
===Louisiana===
* Initiate Ellison was born in Louisiana, before moving with the rest of his family at a very young age to West Virginia.Vault Dweller: "What's your story, Ellison?"Ellison: "My Story? I'm not very interesting, if that's what you're asking. I was born in Louisiana, but I hardly remember it. We moved to West Virginia when I was really young. Me, my Mama, and my brother. He stayed behind to help my Mama on the farm, and I went off to join the Brotherhood. I knew I had to do it. I was chasing that dream, you know? But I still feel guilty leaving the two of them behind. Mama was so proud of me, though. Made me feel proud of myself. In all honesty, I'm a bit of a fish out of water. But I hide it as best as I can."(Ellison's dialogue)
===Maine===
* The Island, formerly known as Mount Desert Island within the state of Maine, is the primary setting of the Fallout 4 add-on Far Harbor.
* Pearl shares information with the Sole Survivor about the items she owns, stating they have a rustic Maine feel.Pearl: "All our items have that rustic Maine feel."(Pearl's dialogue)
* Research and development employees at Vim! Pop factory commented on their confusion regarding marketing's request that they make a soda that put the "taste of Maine" in a bottle.Vim! Pop factory terminal entries; R & D terminal, user logs, The Taste of Maine
* Kawaketak Station is located in Tremont; the state's name is seen on a campground banner.Campground banner render
===Maryland===
* The launch control terminal in Fort Constantine mentions the state.Fort Constantine terminal entries; Fort Constantine Launch Control
* On May 3, 2062, an unidentified flying object crashed near Hagerstown, Maryland.Citadel terminal entries; Citadel A ring terminals, Pentagon Library terminal, Report on U.F.O. codenamed "Palandine"
* Russell Dorsey mentions leaving Maryland, heading west, and meeting up with individuals from Foundation.Russell Dorsey: "I left Maryland headed west, and hooked up with some of the original Foundation folks. Once here, I did patrols for them, scouting for supplies. Ended up finding some stuff the local Brotherhood left behind. That led me to Fort Defiance. Scary place. I had to move quick, but I'd found some logs and records. Frankly, I got a little obsessed. It was like the Round Table and Dad's Navy stories, all together! And now they're coming back!"(Russell Dorsey's dialogue)
* John Henry Eden in one of his speeches on Enclave Radio states that each state used to have its own baseball team, and he asks listeners to imagine being able to do so again, with Washington D.C.'s Capital Congressmen playing against a team from Pennsylvania or Maryland.John Henry Eden: "I've been thinking quite a bit lately about something we can all relate to, something that is unquestionably, inescapably… American. I am referring, of course, to our great national pastime - baseball. Or so it had been. That's right, America. Before we were devastated by atomic war, each state had its OWN professional baseball team. Imagine, a perfect, cloudless day. The sun is warm, welcoming. And on the horizon, they appear, like knights of yore, armed with bats of ash and hickory. Their name? The Capital Congressmen. Their purpose? To make you, dear America, revel in the joy of sport and sunshine. If only for an afternoon. Now ask yourself this. What if the Capital Congressmen could live again? What if they could compete with baseball teams, from Pennsylvania, or Maryland? Put your faith in John Henry Eden, great America, and baseball will live again! Comfort, recreation, healthy competition - all will live again! This country WILL live again!"(John Henry Eden's dialogue)
* A presidential retreat was located at Camp David, Maryland.Boston Bugle building terminal entries; Boston Bugle article terminal, Article 4: Front Page News, October 19, 2077 - October 23, 2077
* Thicket Excavations ordered materials from companies located in Rockville and Damascus, Maryland.
* The state is mentioned on holotags found in the Capital Wasteland.Holotag close up
* On the cover of Astoundingly Awesome Tales, Maryland is depicted on a license plate.Maryland license plate
* Richard Maynard Watson had to be flown to Baltimore, Maryland for specialist care for caustic burns.Our Lady of Hope Hospital terminal entries; nurse's station terminal 01/02/03, Injury Report 09087882
* Point Lookout is located in the state, considered haunted, and founded by those aboard two English settler ships that landed in 1634.Fallout 3 loading screens: "Point Lookout is said to be one of the most haunted locations in Maryland."Fallout 3 loading screens: "The Ark & Dove Cathedral is named for two English settler ships which landed near Point Lookout in 1634, leading to Maryland's founding."Point Lookout loading screen
* Abraham Washington mentions the state when speaking with the Lone Wanderer about the history of the Declaration of Independence, saying that "Fort McHarry" was located in Maryland.The Lone Wanderer: "What's the history behind the document?"Abraham Washington: "On July the 4th in 1776, a group calling themselves the Second Judgmental Congress got together at Fort McHarry in Maryland. After a ceremony which ended with Paul Revere singing the famous battle hymn known as the National Anthem, the document was signed. From there, it was sent to England by plane presumably and presented to King George himself. Thus began the Evolutionary War."(Abraham Washington's dialogue)
* Desmond Lockheart mentions Maryland when he tells the Lone Wanderer about the Calvert family and their history in Point Lookout, saying that the family had enough political influence that they owned half the state before the Great War.Lone Wanderer: "So, who is this brain thing, anyway?"Desmond Lockheart: "HIM! I should have known. My old rival... so close to his family home. Only he would be so stupid. He was once a man - Professor Calvert. The Calverts owned half of Maryland, back when there was a Maryland to own. Members of the Calvert family were influential all over the world. They practically owned a deed to the US Government. In their best days, there were no less than three Calvert family senators, seven members of the house, and two governors. They even had a top candidate for president, until that scandal with the dog forced him to drop out of the race. I was particularly proud of that one."(Desmond Lockheart's dialogue)
* Chinese activity in Maryland led to an anonymous tip which aided in the capture of suspected operative Wan Yang.
* During their childhood, Beckett and his brother Frankie were attacked by rabid dogs while playing at a destroyed factory in the state.Beckett: "Listen to me, Frankie. Do you remember when we were kids and we were playing near that bombed-out factory in Maryland? Then those rabid dogs jumped out and surprised us? We ran and ran, but then I fell into that ditch and twisted my leg like a dumbass. Right? I told you to run, but what did you say to me, man? Try and remember."(Beckett (Wastelanders)/Dialogue)
* The abbreviation for the state is written on the "Join, or Die" poster in the Museum of Freedom.
* The Western Maryland Correctional Facility is mentioned as the origin of the Free Radicals.Roper: "All these troublemakers are the last survivors of the Western Maryland Correctional Facility. Not me, though. I was the head guard. Ain't the end times something?"
===Massachusetts===
* "The Commonwealth of Massachusetts" was shortened to "the Commonwealth" after the Great War and serves as the primary setting for Fallout 4.Fallout 4 loading screens: "Originally 'The Commonwealth of Massachusetts,' the state became known only as the 'The Commonwealth' after the Great War of 2077."
* Before the war, the utility company Mass Fusion provided power to all of Massachusetts.Fallout 4 loading screens: "Before the Great War, Mass Fusion was Boston's premiere utility, providing power to all of Massachusetts."
* The Boston Bugle reported that the people of Massachusetts were displeased with the closing of the investigation against reputed crime boss Eddie Winter.Boston Bugle building terminal entries; Boston Bugle article terminal, Article 1: Front Page News, October 19, 2077 - October 23, 2077
* The NH&M company derives its name from both the state of New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
* School buses in the Commonwealth read "Massachusetts School District" on the side.Massachusetts school bus
* The area southwest of Boston, known as the Glowing Sea, was ground zero for the high-yield nuclear blast that devastated most of the state.Fallout 4 loading screens: "The Glowing Sea is the most highly irradiated region in the entire Commonwealth. According to local legend, it was ground zero for the high-yield nuclear blast that devastated most of Massachusetts."
* The Massachusetts Surgical Journal publication shares its name with the state.Massachusetts Surgical Journal cover
* Lake Quannapowitt was monitored by the Massachusetts Department of Natural Resources.Lake Quannapowitt terminal entries; Monitoring station
* Robots at the National Archives play the parts of John Hancock and John Adams of Massachusetts.National Archives terminal entries; BGWIN009 Button Gwinnett, Unit DirectivesNational Archives terminal entries; JADAM002 John Adams, Unit Directives
* The Nuka-World theme park was built in Massachusetts, in a valley far enough west from the city of Boston to require an extensive monorail system and held its grand opening on May 1st, 2050. It serves as the setting for the Fallout 4 add-on Nuka-World.
* Bradberton, Massachusetts, was founded in 2060, built to house hundreds of employees working in the Nuka-World park.Fallout 4 loading screens: "Bradberton, Massachusetts was a small town founded in 2060 to help house the hundreds of staff members who wanted to shorten their commute to Nuka-World."
* Massachusetts Avenue is a roadway in Washington, D.C.Massachusetts Ave sign
* The Commonwealth Minutemen's goals were to defend the people of Massachusetts at a minute's notice.Fallout 4 loading screens: "Like the Minutemen of the Revolutionary era, the modern day Minutemen are dedicated to defending the people of Massachusetts, at a minute's notice."
* The Massachusetts Turnpike is a named freeway in Boston.
* The state is mentioned on Silver Shroud Radio.Silver Shroud Radio; Episode 6: The Mechanist Unmasked
* Museum of Freedom tour guide Megan Hayes mentions only having lived in the state for a month when the Great War occurred.Museum of Freedom terminal entries; Museum Operations terminal, Final Entry - Sat. October 23, 2077
* Robert House attended the Commonwealth Institute of Technology in Massachusetts before founding RobCo Industries.A tragedy has befallen all mankind
* The Jamaica Plain billboard seal has the state name on the bottom.Sign texture file
* Ruth Leavitt says that John-Caleb Bradberton was so influential that he owned half of Massachusetts.Meaching recording AB35
* Con man Parker Quinn claims that the former state motto of Massachusetts was "Anything is possible."The Sole Survivor: "Anything's possible."Parker Quinn: " "(Parker Quinn's dialogue)
===Minnesota===
* The fictional character Minnesota Fats, whose nickname is derived from the state's name, is mentioned as part of an advertisement for pool sets in Vault 21's gift shop.Vault 21 terminal entries; Vault 21 guest terminal, Gift Catalogue
===Mississippi===
* General Brock's terminal in Fort Strong mentions launchers being sent ahead to a supply yard in Mississippi.Fort Strong terminal entries; General Brock's terminal, General Brock's Report - September 2077
* A terminal in the Parlor describes a pre-War fictional story where a girl from small-town Mississippi moves to the big city.The Parlor terminal entries; Parlor employee's terminal, performance list, A Soft Drink Named Desire
===Missouri===
* Missouri was home to several bases for the Unity remnants group led by Gammorin that fled east.
* Post-war Kansas City was called Gravestone, and was a ghoul settlement that worshiped an undetonated nuke.
* Before the Great War, Cooper Howard, Charles Whiteknife, and Johnny Morton were co-stars in a Western film, in which Johnny played a rancher who owned half of Missouri.Fallout Season 1 Episode 6: "The Trap"
===Montana===
* The Lonesome Drifter mentions being from the direction of Montana where he'd lived with his mother, after his father abandoned them, until she passed away from hardship.Courier: "Nevertheless, I'm interested."The Lonesome Drifter: "Well, I was born in a little town out Montana way. Me and Ma didn't have much, ever since my pa up and left."(The Lonesome Drifter's dialogue)
* The Courier (if male with the Lady Killer perk) has a dialogue option when talking to the Drifter that mentions having visited Montana and potentially gotten a woman pregnant approximately 17 years before 2281.
===Nebraska===
* Siggi Wilzig states that Vault 33's crop field uses a telescopic projector which loops images of the Nebraskan countryside.Fallout Season 1 Episode 2: "The Target," ~38:25
===Nevada===
* The Nevada state flag appears flying outside of Doc Mitchell's house in Goodsprings.Nevada state flag texture file
* The state seal appears on the sign for the Old Mormon Fort.Old Mormon Fort sign
* A "Welcome to Nevada" state sign appears near Nipton.Welcome to Nevada street sign
* The Nevada Highway Patrol station is located on Interstate 15 and highway patrol cars with the state's name are found throughout the region.NHP logo render
* State routes bearing the state name include Nevada State Route 157, 159, 160, 161, 164, and 564.
* A location called the Southern Nevada wind farm is situated in the Mojave.
* The Nevada agave fruit shares its name with the state.
* Veronica shares the reason the Brotherhood of Steel is in the state, having followed Elijah in order to research the Hoover Dam.The Courier: "Why is the Brotherhood interested in Nevada?"Veronica Santangelo: "It was the Dam, really. We'd heard rumors it was working. Figured we could claim it, put it to use. And... it may also have been partly that our Elder at the time had worn out his welcome. Didn't end up mattering. We got sidetracked at HELIOS One and the NCR took the Dam in the meantime. We're still after it, though. In theory."(Veronica Santangelo's dialogue)
* Aurelius of Phoenix provides paperwork regarding raiding plans for the southern part of the state.Old Legion paperwork
* Tycho shares that he came from the former state of Nevada.The Vault Dweller: "{So, what's your story?}"Tycho: "{I could ask the same of you. In the interest of amity, I suppose I'll tell first. I'm called Tycho. Came from out east, what used to be called Nevada.}"(Tycho's dialogue)
* The Gomorrah hotel newspaper mentions Las Vegas, Nevada in the headline.Gomorrah newspaper
* The Big Ranch Nevada State Lotto operated in the state, and lottery tickets bearing the name can be found in Nipton.Big Ranch Nevada State Lotto ticketBig Ranch Nevada State Lotto billboard
* Arcade Gannon says that his late father may not have imagined a life for his son that included serving as a doctor in the state.Courier: "I'm sure your father would be proud of you."Arcade Gannon: "I wonder if he would. It's pointless, I know, but sometimes I wonder what he wanted me to be. Maybe being a doctor in the middle of Nevada wasn't exactly what he had in mind for his little boy."(Arcade Gannon's dialogue)
* A Nevada license plate is found on the bumper sword.Nevada 2052 license plate
* Sierra Petrovita remarks that a nut collector may live in the state.
* Nevada and the Nevada Spillway are labeled on Hoover Dam blueprints.Hoover Dam blueprints
* Clayton Ettienne tells the Courier that he has lived in Nevada all his life, leaving New Reno, which is run by crime families.Courier: "What's your story?"Clayton Ettienne: "Well, I've lived in Nevada all my life. Started out in New Reno, but headed down here as soon as I got the chance. If you can believe it, things are even worse back home. The whole city's still run by crime families. Used to be the Mordinos and Wrights. Now it's the Wrights and Van Graffs. Seems like things never get better. Anyway, that's all behind me now."(Clayton Ettienne's dialogue)
* Joshua Graham shares that the storms of the Divide tore apart NCR companies before they even crossed into Nevada.Courier: "I'm guessing you don't like Caesar very much."Joshua Graham: "Love the sinner, hate the sin. With Caesar, it's often very difficult to see through all of that sin to the person inside. I can say that we were both lucky that NCR's supply lines and land routes north of Mojave Outpost were destroyed before the Battle of Hoover Dam. Something bad happened near Death Valley, at a place called the Divide. NCR couldn't cut across anymore and it slowed down their reinforcements. Terrible storms ripped entire companies apart before they even got to Nevada soil. The aftermath of Hoover Dam could have been even worse for Caesar."(Joshua Graham's dialogue)
* Horace Applebaum, an employee at Zion General Store, received three crates of Dinky the T-Rex souvenir dolls that were shipped to him in error. He describes the intended destination as "some tourist trap in Nevada."Zion General Store terminal entries; Terminal, Re: Shipping Problems (AGAIN!)
* Arcade Gannon comments that before the war, Nevada deserts were used for nuclear waste disposal.Arcade Gannon: "Nuclear waste disposal. Pre-War, people figured there was so much desert in Nevada, you might as well turn it into a big dumping ground."(Arcade Gannon's dialogue)
* The Boulder City Memorial's inscription mentions Nevada.
* President Kimball mentions Nevada several times in his Hoover Dam speech.
===New Hampshire===
* The NH&M company derives its name from the states of New Hampshire and Massachusetts.NH&M logo render
* New Hampshire Avenue is a roadway in Washington, D.C.New Hampshire sign
===New Jersey===
* The "Garden State" license plate is seen in Big MT.NJ license plate render
* The abbreviation for the state is written on the "Join, or Die" poster in the Museum of Freedom.
* Blue Ridge Caravan Company bartender Herschel Klein uses Hoboken, New Jersey, as a punchline to one of his jokes, saying that he does not know which is worse: the reality of the wasteland or waking up in Hoboken.Herschel Klein: "Here's one I heard: we're all just living in a simulation. That's right: none of this is real. Die here and you'll just wake up in a memory lounger somewhere in Hoboken, New Jersey. To be honest, I'm not sure which reality is worse! Heyo, I'm here all week."(Herschel Klein's dialogue)
*Atlantic City, a city on the coast of New Jersey, appears in the Expeditions: Atlantic City update for Fallout 76.
===New Mexico===
* Caesar mentions that the Legion has expanded into several states, including all of New Mexico.
* Siri tells the Courier that she was originally from a small town in New Mexico, before the Legion burned it and enslaved her.The Courier: "Where are you from?"Siri: "A small town in New Mexico. The Legion burned it a few years back - that's how I ended up here."(Siri's dialogue)
* Dale Barton explains that trading with the NCR is too expensive, so he usually sticks with doing business in Arizona and New Mexico.Courier: "Do you ever trade with the NCR?"Dale Barton: "Between having to hire protection and getting slapped with taxes, it's more profitable to stick to Arizona and New Mexico. But, I do cross the river from time to time when an opportunity comes along."(Dale Barton's dialogue)
===New York===
* Giuseppe Della Ripa mentions living in New York.
* Thicket Excavations ordered materials from a company located in Rochester, New York.Thicket Excavations terminal entries; Thicket Excavations terminal, Shipment Log
* Johnny Weston was caught breaking into the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, which led to him being registered as a known felon.Johnny Weston: "Funny thing. A long time ago, I broke into a similar system up at the Federal Reserve in New York. This here biometric scanner must run off of some sort of central database. Seems it can detect a known felon, and it's completely locked me out. We need it in order to get in."Vault Dweller: "I thought there wasn't a system you couldn't beat?"Johnny Weston: "Hey, that was the only one. I was young and stupid back then, and only got caught because my crew bailed on me. I've learned a lot since then. I'll get this one."(Johnny Weston's dialogue)
* Oliver and Lily Gillespie, a couple who visited Mountainside Bed & Breakfast, came from New York, and described the clean air and the quiet of Appalachia as a "nice change of pace" from their home state.Mountainside Bed & Breakfast terminal entries; comment terminal, Oliver & Lily Gillespie
* Francis Perry planned to lie about visiting his grandmother in New York to have an alibi for skipping town after embezzling from his place of employment.Francis Perry: "We'll let his dumbass take the fall for this, then come back in a week or so and say our grandma was having health problems down in New York."(Francis Perry's dialogue)
* The state was the location of a confirmed nuclear strike the day of the Great War. Nathan Broadhurst and other survivors traveling south from Boston heard that New York was "worse off" than where they had came from.
* W. Julians was arrested and charged with inciting a riot by the Boston Police Department, and their arrest report lists a defaced jersey that read "WE BEAT NEW YORK!" as evidence against them.Police Precinct 8 terminal entries; Precinct 8 evidence terminal, CASE 046-IR: Julians "Inciting a Riot" Logs
* Suspected Chinese operative Wan Yang managed to escape custody while being taken to Albany, NY.Turtledove Detention Camp terminal entries; C.O. private operations terminal, Intelligence Dossier: Yang, Wan, Intelligence Report, Yang, Wan (alias)
* The abbreviation for the state is written on the "Join, or Die" poster in the Museum of Freedom.Join, or Die poster, Museum of Freedom
* The Civil War draft poster mentions the state of New York.Civil War draft poster, Museum of History
===North Carolina===
* In Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, the Wright Flyer I performed its maiden flight for 12 seconds, covering a distance of 120 feet. This historic event marked the first sustained and controlled heavier-than-air powered flight.Fallout 3 message box transcriptions; Wright Flyer
* Lee Rapid Pharmaceuticals was a company located in Charlotte, North Carolina.Lee Rapid Pharmaceuticals logo
* The abbreviation for the state is written on the "Join, or Die" poster in the Museum of Freedom.
===Ohio===
* The Silver Bridge was built in 1928 as the first eye-bar suspension bridge in the U.S. It served the communities of Point Pleasant, West Virginia and Gallipolis, Ohio until December 15, 1967, when it collapsed.Silver Bridge sign
* The raider punk alleges that the Vault 76 Vault Dwellers may be taken by aliens and dropped in Ohio or worse if a sacrifice is not provided to the aliens.Raider punk: "The aliens demanded a sacrifice. You need to be the one to do it. Spill blood or they'll scoop you up, then leave you in Ohio or something horrible."
* The raiders the Crater War Party traded with passed through Ohio before arriving in Appalachia.Vault Dweller: "The other Raiders you got the weapons from... Where did they come from?"Sheena: "West. They said they passed through Ohio before coming here. I don't know how much further out they went."
* Orvilletown, Ohio was the home of the L.S. Smuckman Company, which manufactured industrial size shortening.Back of the industrial sized shortening
* Ohio is mentioned in the Fallout 76 note Observations, vol. XXVII.
* When asked about himself, Initiate Norland of the Brotherhood First Expeditionary Force mentions that he is from Ohio.Vault Dweller: "Pleased to make your acquaintance, Initiate. Do you mind introducing yourself?"Norland: "Sure, I can introduce myself. I come from Ohio. My parents worked in the government before the War. When I learned about the Brotherhood and what they're doing to preserve the world, I left home to do my part. Make up for my parents' contribution to causing this disaster, however small it was. It's a big responsibility, so I don't have time for much else. I need to be vigilant about my training if I'm going to become a Knight."(Norland's dialogue)
===Oklahoma===
* Vault-Tec built vaults in several locations including Oklahoma.Letter from Vault-Tec
* Oklahoma's golden crop fields are referred to in an advertisement for the Chryslus Cherry Bomb.Forza Motorsport 6 cross-promotional 2069 Chryslus Rocket 69 pack: "When Chryslus first unveiled the Corvega, it quickly became not only the fastest-selling vehicle in our company's history, but America's favorite luxury sedan. Sleek, comfortable, with an MSRP of only $199,999,999 - making it an affordable necessity for any Tom, Dick, or Harriet with a family and a full-time job. Now, Chryslus takes that know-how and automotive engineering expertise of the past and paves the way for your future. Presenting: The Rocket 69. The ultimate expression of American individuality. With a 950 horsepower advanced atomic V8 engine capable of going from 0-60 miles an hour in just 0.3 seconds, the Rocket 69 will propel you across this great nation at speeds once reserved for Army Space Troopers. Afraid of civil unrest? Don't be. Thanks to a shatter-proof Flexi-glass dome capable of stopping small arms fire, you'll be safe no matter where you go, from the golden fields of Oklahoma to the streets of downtown Boston. You've taken care of your family - now, take care of yourself. The Chryslus Rocket 69: 2 doors, one seat, limitless possibilities."
===Oregon===
* General Victor Breckenridge, U.S. Army Quartermaster, was located at the command forward depot in Oregon.Anchorage quartermaster shipment
* Dr. Morrison Rand was a Professor of Anthropological Archaeology at Banfield College, Humboldt, Oregon.Alien captive recorded log 3
* Coos Bay, a coastal town that suffered from flooding post-War, was home to a chemist making jet. They abandoned the town, describing the situation as a "shitshow." Just my luck!
===Pennsylvania===
* The state was the location of a confirmed nuclear strike the day of the Great War.The Switchboard terminal entries; Central terminal, DEFCON Status - 2077Newscaster: "Followed by... yes, followed by flashes. Blinding flashes. Sounds of explosions... We're... we're trying to get confirmation... But we seem to have lost contact with our affiliate stations... We do have... coming in... confirmed reports. I repeat, confirmed reports of nuclear detonations in New York and Pennsylvania."(Newscaster's dialogue)
* John Henry Eden in one of his speeches on Enclave Radio states that each state used to have its own baseball team, and he asks the listener to imagine being able to do so again, having Washington D.C.'s Capital Congressmen playing against a team from Pennsylvania or Maryland.
* A military operations center known as Raven Rock was located in the mountains of Pennsylvania.
* Thicket Excavations ordered materials from a company located in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania.
* The inscriptions on the Liberty Bell mention the state.
* The Pitt was once Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and the sign over the bridge is still legible, welcoming tourists to the "State of Independence" and encouraging them to "Visit PA."Welcome to the Pitt sign, Fallout 3Welcome to the Pitt sign Fallout 76 ExpeditionsPitt state sign render
* The PA. Steel Company USA operated before the War.
* The city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania was hit by nuclear weapons during the Great War.Civil Alert System Broadcast: " This morning, Saturday October 23rd, authorities detected that a nuclear attack had commenced against the United States. The following cities affected include, but are not limited to: Washington, DC; New York; Philadelphia; and Boston." Two centuries later, Abraham Washington believed that the original Liberty Bell survived intact and funded efforts to enter the city, which he calls a "dump," in hopes of retrieving the bell for his Capitol Preservation Society.Rivet City terminal entries; Liberty Bell expedition
* Those who settled at Foundation traveled to Appalachia from a variety of areas, including Pennsylvania.Fallout 76 loading screens: "The Settlers at Foundation traveled from a variety of areas to make a new home in Appalachia, but most come from various parts of Pennsylvania."
* Aubrie Willem was a doctor in Pennsylvania before traveling to Appalachia.Vault Dweller: "All I know is there's an inoculation and you need to convince Paige to let me help you."Aubrie Willem: "I was a doctor back in Pennsylvania. If Paige needs convincing you can tell him I'm behind you all the way. After experiencing those... Scorched, first hand? That's not something I want to lose anymore people to."(Aubrie Willem's dialogue)
* Yasmin Chowdhury was born in Philadelphia until she left for culinary school, dreaming of owning her own restaurant.Vault Dweller: "Where did you grow up?"Yasmin Chowdhury: " "(Yasmin Chowdhury's dialogue)
* The settler wanderer will ask for help finding items, and give instructions that mention the state, saying "the odds are super good, it's at this research facility. Or it's in Pennsylvania. But my caps are on here."Settler wanderer: "The odds are super good, it's at this research facility. Or it's in Pennsylvania. But my caps are on here."(Settler wanderer's dialogue)
* Deacon asks if a tugboat that was seen crashed into a drawbridge had a license, and then comments that it must be from Pennsylvania.Deacon: "Did that tugboat even have a license? Must be from Pennsylvania."(Deacon's dialogue)
* A robot at the National Archives plays the part of James Wilson of Pennsylvania, one of the first future Supreme Court Justices of the U.S.National Archives terminal entries; JWILS002 John Wilson, Unit Directives
* A National Guard unit from Pennsylvania was supported by the National Catastrophe Relief Auxiliary at the Germantown police HQ shortly after the War.Germantown police HQ terminal entries; terminal, Log #003
* Pennsylvania Avenue is a roadway in Washington, D.C.Street sign seen in Seward Square
* The abbreviation for the state is written on the "Join, or Die" poster in the Museum of Freedom.
* Holland Chase Concrete Company was located at 893 S. Prairie Ln. in Pittsburgh, PA.Holland Chase Invoice 9021Holland Chase Invoice 9033
* Nathan Broadhurst and Jim Walker, baseball players who survived the Great War in Boston, traveled south through Pennsylvania in order to reach family in West Virginia. Tracing their journey, Broadhurst says that they joined a group in Hartford heading to Pittsburgh, parted ways with them in Altoona, then traveled down through Bedford (where Jim Walker was killed) before leaving the state.
===South Carolina===
* MREs were manufactured in Mullins, South Carolina.MRE consumable render
* A robot at the National Archives plays the part of Edward Rutledge of South Carolina, youngest signer of the Declaration of Independence.National Archives terminal entries; ERUTL001 Edward Rutledge, Unit Directives
* The abbreviation for the state is written on the "Join, or Die" poster in the Museum of Freedom.
===South Dakota===
* Robert MacCready will mention a location in South Dakota while clearing the warehouses in Goodneighbor.Robert MacCready: "Some strange things turn up in these places, ever hear about that warehouse in South Dakota? Yeesh."(Robert MacCready's dialogue)
===Tennessee===
* A member of the Ladies Auxiliary mentions mugs that are in stock at a corner store, made in the state.Ladies auxiliary tape 8
* Tennessee is mentioned in the Fallout 76 note Observations, vol. XXVII.
===Texas===
* A museum kiosk mentions that the Republic of Texas was annexed by the United States in the nineteenth century.
* John Cassidy wonders if the state survived the war.John Cassidy: "{364}{}{Wonder if Texas survived the war...}"(John Cassidy's dialogue)
* On the eve of the Great War, the Boston baseball team achieved a three-games-to-none lead over a team from Texas.Boston Bugle building terminal entries; Boston Bugle article terminal, Article 5: Front Page News, October 19, 2077 - October 23, 2077
* Jesse White, the "Dancin' Bandit," planned to play a song called "Tornado's in Texas" at the Rusty Pick.Jesse White - Honkytonk set listHonkytonk set list render
* Tex Rogers attempted to get back home to Texas following the war.Message to Marge 1
* Tycho mentions that the heritage of the Desert Rangers stretches back to the days of the Texas Rangers.The Vault Dweller: "{1001}{}{Rangers}"Tycho: "{1101}{}{We Rangers hail from back east, what used to be called Nevada. Our heritage stretches back to the days of the Texas Rangers. We learn survival and combat skills in order to go out into the world and have a chance of surviving and making things better.}"(Tycho's dialogue) 
* The death car in the Vikki and Vance Casino still bears the bullet holes from when the small-time crooks Vikki and Vance accidentally wound up in the middle of a shootout between cops and robbers in Plano, Texas.The Courier: "Tell me the whole story of Vikki and Vance."Primm Slim: "Yahoo! I ain't had a chance to tell their tale in a mess of years. First things first: any bosh you've heard about Vikki and Vance being copycats ain't nothing but ill-tempered slander. Fact is, they begun their crime spree two days before Bonnie and Clyde robbed their first bank - so who was copying who? Now true, Vikki and Vance didn't exactly cut a wide swath of murder and bank robbery across the central U.S., like Bonnie and Clyde did. It was more like a narrow swath of shoplifting, check-cashing fraud, and gas pump driveoffs - but crime is crime! They drove reckless, too. Having lived by the gun - well, Vance owned one, anyway - it was only fitting that the duo of desperados would die by the gun. Perhaps it was fate itself that accidentally drove them into a crossfire between police and a gang of bank robbers in Plano, Texas. Or maybe they just didn't notice until it was too late. It's been said that Vikki would have tried to cash a bad check in that bank, had she lived. We'll never know for sure. All we know is that the crossfire tore the car and both occupants to pieces, and the police issued an official apology. You can put your eyes on the genuine Death Car just over yonder, and there's Vance's machine gun in the case next to it!"(Primm Slim's dialogue)
* The weapons manufacturer Red Raptor Firearms was located in Austin, Texas.Logo on Medical Malpractice
===Utah===
* Zion Canyon, the primary setting of the Fallout: New Vegas add-on Honest Hearts, is located in the pre-War state of Utah.The Courier: "I haven't been through Utah recently - what's the situation like?"Jed Masterson: "Well, it ain't good, I'll tell you that. It's not like the Mojave or the NCR - hell, even Arizona under Caesar is safer. You got raiders all over the damn place, tribes of degenerates that'll eat you as soon as look at you, regional warlords... the works. Not too many decent places to stop and trade. New Canaan's one of the only ones left I know about."(Jed Masterson's dialogue)
* Caesar mentions that the Legion has expanded into several states, including much of "the Utah."
* Vulpes Inculta's origins are from a tribe located south of Utah.Caesar: "Vulpes is the best of my Frumentarii. A remarkable individual from an unremarkable tribe south of the Utah."(Caesar's dialogue)
* Jed Masterson shares that Utah is very dangerous, more-so than any territory conquered by the Legion, and there are few places to stop and trade.
* A Utah license plate is found on trucks in Zion Canyon.Utah license plate render
===Virginia===
* The Arlington Public Library's terminal advertises "Virginia Reads!"Arlington Library terminal entries; Check-In terminal
* Jack Smith mentions that Virginia has been gone for over 200 years, but the great Commonwealth of Virginia lives on in Andale.The Lone Wanderer: "Virginia? Virginia's been gone for 200 years."Jack Smith: "Not here. Not in Andale, no sir/ma'am. The great Commonwealth of Virginia is alive and well. In fact, we just voted ourselves a new governor!"(Jack Smith's dialogue)Jack Smith: "Hello there, young lady! Good to meet you! Name's Smith, Jack Smith. Welcome to Andale, the best little town in Virginia!"(Jack Smith's dialogue)
* Thicket Excavations ordered materials from a company located in Petersburg, Virginia.
* The RobCo Research Center in the Cranberry Bog region of Appalachia is located in Virginia, as indicated by administrator Lisa Fields in her communications in the facility.RobCo Research Center terminal entries; Saboteur's terminal, Facility message 9.12.77
* Lacey Drummond and Isela Mejia are from Virginia, with Lacey describing the state as "having more hot zones" compared to Appalachia.The Vault Dweller: "What's the world like out there?"Lacey Drummond: "We both came over from Virginia. Well, what was Virginia. There's a lot more hot zones that way. And the few spots that're livable, well, they got picked clean fast. I mean Appalachia's dangerous, really dangerous, but it's better than where we've been."
* Joe Creigh hails from the coast of Virginia.Vault Dweller: "What's your background, recruit?"Joe Creigh: "Me? Private Joe Creigh. Well, Private-in-training. I started out a civvy, though I guess we all do. I'm not that way anymore, though! I can fight the Reds, and I'll prove it! Just as soon as I can finish that darn obstacle course."
* Robots at the National Archives play the part of Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia, signers of the Declaration of Independence.National Archives terminal entries; BFRAN001 Benjamin Franklin, Unit Directives
* Russell Dorsey met Greg while traveling on a Virginian road.Dorsey's diary
* The abbreviation for the state is written on the "Join, or Die" poster in the Museum of Freedom.
* Virginia is mentioned in the Fallout 76 note Observations, vol. XXVII.
* Camp Venture was originally the Appalachia regional facility of the "Endurance and Survival Training of the Virginias" program run by Edward Hayes.:File:FO76 V.E.S.T. logo.png
* Lane Platte comes from the Appalachian town of Knight Ridge, which is located on the southern border of West Virginia with "old Virginia proper."A Vault Dweller: "Are you from Appalachia?"Lane Platte: "In a manner of speaking. A small, small town called Knight Ridge, on the southern border with old Virginia proper. We survived the Bombs, almost unscathed if you can believe it. Lived in peace for most of my life. It was only with the rush of folks flooding in, searching for that treasure of theirs, that our lives were upended. Knight Ridge was raided, I fled, and was swept along to the Responder's Refuge, where I took up my present vocation."(Lane Platte's dialogue)
* Shenandoah National Park in the Skyline Valley region of Appalachia is located in Virginia.
* Virginia School District buses operated around Skyline Valley, and one can be found crashed into a tree near the South River Bridge.
===Washington===
* Rockwell Clearing House was a business located in Wallah Wallah, Washington.
===West Virginia===
* Edgar Blackburn writes in a log that he is returning to West Virginia.Return to Appalachia
* Russell Dorsey mentions the Brotherhood of Steel's plans to travel to the state.
* The seal of the state of West Virginia is seen on several signs, such as the Helvetia placard.
* The Department of the Interior West Virginia Park Service emblems are found after the war.Department of the Interior posters
* Fire stations before the war utilized fire axes with the state name engraved on the top.Fire axe inscription
* On December 15, 1967, the Silver Bridge collapsed. The sign commemorating the event has a West Virginia state seal.
* The West Virginia Lottery Company game Lucky Hits! was the largest ever lottery game in the state.Lucky Hits! lottery recordingLucky Hits!
* Junk mail was sent to an address in Charleston, West Virginia.Junk mail
* Paul encouraged his friend Gary to apply for a job at the West Virginia lumberyard, noting better pay and no automation. The address to the location is listed as State Route 81A in the town of Friendly.A job opportunityBring me Crane!
* The front of the Morgantown Airport reads "Welcome to Morgantown, West Virginia."Morgantown Airport building
* A tourist sign displays the state's nickname, "the Mountain State." 
* A note mentions that the government, the mining companies, and Vault-Tec aim to have the state run by machines.Goodbye dad
* RobCo Industries had a West Virginia division research facility in Watoga.Watoga Municipal Center terminal entries; Terminal
* The eviction notice has addresses including the state name.
* Several Pleasant Valley Ski Resort posters feature the state name.Ski West Virginia poster
* Anne Litzinger shares that she wants to explore West Virginia after graduation, hoping to be a photojournalist.Anne's holotape
* Harold Clark recorded a message, sharing that he was locked in Vault-Tec's Vault 51 in the Appalachia region of West Virginia.Harold Clark - To the Members of the Board, pt.1
* Uncanny Caverns poster features the state name.Uncanny Caverns poster
* West Virginia was home to many varieties of sparrows, including the lark sparrow, the field sparrow, the vesper sparrow, and the fox sparrow.Jaggy: "West Virginia is home to many kinds of sparrows. There's the lark sparrow, the field sparrow, the vesper sparrow, the fox sparrow and many more."(Scout Leader Jaggy's dialogue)
* A reproduction of the Liberty Bell was presented to the state in 1950.Liberty Bell inscriptionsLiberty Bell render
* The name of the state is on the Crevasse Dam sign.Crevasse Dam sign
* In an edition of The Informant, the state is mentioned in the subheader, "what exactly is going on in the woods of West Virginia?"The Informant
* Charleston's main city sign is labeled with the state name.Charleston city sign
* The Pioneer Scouts of West Virginia's Camp Lewis mentions the state name.Camp Lewis signCamp Lewis front signage 
* Issue #6 of Scouts' Life features Pioneer Scouts West Virginia Troop 24.Scouts' Life issue#6
* The Clarksburg city limits sign is stylized in the shape of the state.Clarksburg sign
* The Whitespring Resort has a West Virginia room.West Virginia room
* School buses in Appalachia read "West Virginia School District" on the side.West Virginia school bus
* Several maps of West Virginia can be found throughout the Appalachian region.Back of West Virginia map
* The West Virginia Department of Environmental Affairs put up signage to warn individuals of dangerous mines.Department of Environmental Affairs sign
* West Virginia's naturally occurring cranberry, pitcher, and sundew plants are mentioned as existing post-War.Fallout 76 loading screens: "The colorful red florae of the Cranberry Bog were originally West Virginia's naturally occurring cranberry, pitcher, and sundew plants."
* A Spruce Knob sign describes the highest point in West Virginia, at 4,863 feet of elevation.Mountain State sign
* The New Appalachian Railroad installed warning signage and poles for underground cable, noting the state in the instructions.NAR cable poleNAR cable sign
* The state is mentioned in several Pioneer Scout exams including herpotologist, mammalogist, archaeologist, collector, and robotocist variants.Herpotologist examMammalogist examArchaeologist examCollector examRobotocist exam
* A statue and museum featuring a local folklore legend known as the Mothman is situated in Point Pleasant, West Virginia.Fallout 76 loading screens: "According to local folklore - as well as a statue and museum in Point Pleasant, West Virginia - the Mothman is a terrifying half-man, half-moth hybrid. Pray you never encounter it and learn the truth." A poster for the Mothman Museum also features the state name.Mothman Museum poster
* The Miners Monument features a placard that reads "West Virginia Coal Miners."West Virginia Coal Miners placard
* Both signs at Sugar Grove display the state's shape and abbreviation.Sugar Grove Signit signSugar Grove seal
* West Virginia is mentioned in the Exodus and Observations, vol. XXVII notes introduced .
* Camp Venture was originally the Appalachia regional facility of the "Endurance and Survival Training of the Virginias" program run by Edward Hayes.
===Wyoming===
* If Papa Khan is convinced not to help the Legion and to have his people seek their own future, the Great Khans eventually migrate north into "the plains of Wyoming" during the Second Battle of Hoover Dam.Fallout: New Vegas endings; Slide 15: Great Khans: "During the Battle of Hoover Dam, the Great Khans quickly evacuated Red Rock Canyon and headed north and east into the plains of Wyoming. There, they reconnected with the Followers of the Apocalypse and rebuilt their strength. Bolstered by ancient knowledge of governance, economics, and transportation, they carved a mighty empire out of the ruins of the Northwest."
* If defeated by Joshua Graham and the Dead Horses, the White Legs will flee into the wilderness of Wyoming, where half their tribe dies in the first winter, with the remnants scattered to the winds the following spring.Honest Hearts endings: "Joshua Graham's chilling execution of Salt-Upon-Wounds seared into their minds, the surviving White Legs retreated to the Great Salt Lake. Unable to shake the memory of their brutal defeat and the Dead Horses' savagery in battle, the White Legs feared further reprisals. They fled north, out of Utah, into Wyoming. The wilderness was harsh, and the first winter claimed over half the tribe. When spring came, the survivors parted ways in small bands. And so the White Legs died a quiet, ignominious death."(Fallout: New Vegas endings; White Legs)
==States not mentioned==
The following states have not been mentioned in the Fallout series in any capacity to date:
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