Did you know that North Dakota isn't the only state to have a Bismarck? In fact, there are actually four cities and two townships in the United States named Bismarck, too.
Today, many around the world are discussing 'Brexit,' following a vote in Britain where a majority of citizens voted to leave the European Union. This gives us a good opportunity to look back on the time North Dakota wanted to leave the United States.
The Diocese of Bismarck has around three dozen members on their way to Philadelphia to witness the historical first visit of Pope Francis to the United States.