William Wyatt Bibb served as governor of Alabama from its formation as a state in 1819 until his death on July 10, 1820, from a horse riding accident. During Bibb's tenure, the Alabama state militia was established, and the beginnings of the state judicial system, along with the organization of and appointments to the Supreme Court of Alabama. He is the first of only three people in U.S. history to be elected a U.S. Senator from one state (Georgia) and the governor of another (Alabama).

W. C. Handy (1873-1958) was an American composer and musician who referred to himself as the Father of the Blues. One of many musicians who played the distinctively American blues music, Handy did not create the blues genre, but in 1812, he became the first to publish music in the blues form, thereby taking the blues from a regional music style (Delta blues) with a limited audience to a new level of popularity.

Cheaha Mountain is part of the Talladega Mountain range in the northeastern part of the state. Located at an elevation of 2,413 feet (735 meters) above sea level, it's a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and offers hiking trails, scenic viewpoints, and opportunities for enjoying the natural beauty of Alabama's landscapes.

Designated as the official state flower in 1959, the Camellia (Camellia japonica) is a flowering plant known for its attractive and colorful blooms, which come in various shades of white, pink, and red. It is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes throughout Alabama and the southeastern United States.

Alabama is the 30th largest state in the United States in terms of land area. It covers approximately 52,420 square miles (135,767 square kilometers).