There are millions of "place names" in America, as elsewhere. Names of cities, neighborhoods, streets, and so on. Some, such as "Springfield" and "Mountain View," reflect local geography, although often these names are chosen just because they sound pleasant. A lot of the names are taken from U.S. presidents and other "founding fathers" of the nation, such as the notable printer, writer, and diplomat Benjamin Franklin. Many more recognize the names of people who discovered a place or ...
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