Alabama lies in the southern tier of the United States in the area often referred to as the Deep South. The state played a crucial role in the Civil War. While South Carolina is renowned for taking the lead in secession, Montgomery, Alabama was where Jefferson Davis set up shop and declared the city the Confederate capital. In the 20 th century Alabama is best known historically as a key Civil Rights battleground.

Ever wonder where all the confiscated personal possessions and luggage end up that are never claimed from airports? Next time youre traveling through Scottsboro, Alabama take a side trip to the Unclaimed Baggage Center, a shoppers paradise for all kinds of stuff. Who would have thought people would carry such an array of items on a plane. Alabama is not at a loss for sports teams. Montgomery, Birmingham, Mobile all have their own baseball leagues. Huntsville is home to the Alabama Renegades, one of the nations first Womens Professional Football League clubs. The Alabama Shakespeare Festival is one of the worlds leading theatrical events and has now become a permanent troupe with a world class theatrical venue all its own.

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