Mottos are powerful words. So much so that many of us have a few we call our own. These represent beliefs, ideals, and values we ought to live by, and that's why they mean so much to us. Of course, things are no different when it comes to US states—each has its own motto. The history behind how some of these mottos came to be adopted officially is indeed very interesting, and in this gallery you'll get to know all about it.
Click through and find out the official mottos of every US state, and their meaning.