Inside 'The First State,' Delaware
FOX 29's Jenn Lee visits historic New Castle and explores how the State of Delaware came to be known as The First State.
The Brief
In honor of America 250, FOX 29 explores the Delaware Valley’s historical landmarks and researches significant events connected with the founding of the United States.
Our very first piece focuses on how Delaware came to be The First State.
As we approach the 250th anniversary of the United States of America, FOX 29 is exploring the rich history that’s available right here in the Delaware Valley.
What we know:
This time, we sought out the experts to find out how the State of Delaware came to be known as The First State.
We interviewed Dick Carter, the Chairman of the Delaware Heritage Commission, and Rebecca Fay, the D