Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which state's capital is named after a famous German statesman?"
Bismarck is the capital of the U.S. state of North Dakota. On July 17, 1873, Bismarck was named in honor of German chancellor Otto von Bismarck. Bismarck, also known as the "Iron Chancellor", was the founder and first chancellor of the German Empire. Bismarck had a substantial influence on Europe in the 20th century especially in the unification of the German Empire. Bismarck was known for his skillful leadership and his masterful strategies which he employed during wars against Austria, France, and Denmark.