20 Mind-Blowing Facts You Never Knew About The United States

1. The Declaration Of Independence Is Written On Hemp Paper

Speaking of the Declaration, America's most prized document is ironically written on grade A, genuine hemp paper. Because of its association with marijuana, all hemp products are illegal in the United States. As if that doesn't call to mind hilarious images of the Founding Fathers lighting up in celebration of their new country, many presidents, such as George Washington, grew hemp, while others, such as Abraham Lincoln, were quite fond of smoking it. What other USA facts did we miss? Shout them out in the comments.