Lafayette, Indiana
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Lafayette is a city in Tippecanoe County, Indiana, founded in 1825 and named after Marquis de Lafayette. It developed as a shipping center on the Wabash River and was promoted by Henry Leavitt Ellsworth for its agricultural advantages. The city is located near Purdue University and hosts an annual Feast of the Hunters' Moon.
Statistics
Area
76.33 km²
Population
70,783