What is the state bird of Arkansas

Northern mockingbird

Explanation:

Due to the bird's astounding vocal artistry, its popularity among farmers in the state, and firm support from a social reform organization, the northern mockingbird's selection was no joke at all. In 1929, it became the state bird of Arkansas.

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in 1897, pershing became a tactical officer at west point, and that's where he was given the nickname "black jack." pershing's first name is "john," for which "jack" is a nickname, and he was a white man who commanded black troops. hence "black jack".