NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — You probably know Tennessee's state flag features a Tristar circle, but what about the state beverage? Or wild animal?

The Volunteer State has adopted many symbols and honors throughout the years that are representative of Tennessee.

News 2 has compiled a list that details how and why some of the symbols came to be associated with the state. A few may even surprise you!

State Flag

Adopted in 1905, the flag features three stars representing the grand divisions of the state: East, Middle and West.

According to the State Blue Book, the flag was designed by Captain LeRoy Reeves, a first captain of the Tennessee National Guard. It was reportedly first flown over what is now East Tennessee State University in Reeves' hometown of Johnson City.

State Amphibian

Yes,

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