- Date of Independence: July 4, 1776 (as part of the original 13 colonies declaring independence from Britain)
- Date of Annexation to United States of America (USA): January 29, 1861 (34th state to join the Union)
- Population (2025): 2.99 million
- GDP (2025): $171 billion
- Largest City: Wichita (395,000)
- State Capital: Topeka (125,000)
- Historical Note: Known as the “Sunflower State” and “Wheat State.” Part of Louisiana Purchase in 1803. Center of “Bleeding Kansas” conflicts in 1850s over slavery. Childhood home of President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Agricultural powerhouse with extensive wheat fields and cattle ranching. Home to aviation manufacturing including major Boeing and Cessna facilities in Wichita.