It was the symbol for industry
lots of bees and lots of bee hives so thats why
Utah is known as the Beehive State, symbolizing hard work and community cooperation, values embraced by the Mormon pioneers who settled there. The beehive was adopted as an emblem in the 1850s and featured on the Great Seal when Utah became a state in 1896. This symbol represents the interconnectedness of individuals working together for common goals.
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