when was the state of delaware founded
The Delaware Colony was founded in 1638 by Peter Minuit. The Delaware Colony was named after its major river the Delaware River, which was named after Sir Thomas West, also known as Lord de la Warr, one of Virginia Colony's early governors. Interesting Delaware Colony Facts: Major religious groups in the Delaware Colony included Quakers, Catholics, Jews, and Lutherans.
The Delaware Colony was the first of the original 13 colonies to ratify the federal Constitution. The Delaware Colony became a state on December 7 th, 1787. Delaware encompasses 2,489 square miles. It is the smallest state but also one of the most densely populated states in the U.S. Nicknames given to Delaware over the years include The First State, The Diamond State, the Blue Hen State, and Small Wonder.