Springfield, MA
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About Springfield
- • Basketball Hall of Famer, John Calipari, was born in Springfield on February 10, 1959.
- • The first American dictionary, "An American Dictionary of the English Language", was published here in 1828.
- • The Springfield Armory, established in 1777, provided crucial firearms for the American Revolution.
- • Springfield hosted the first U.S. Armored Car robbery in 1927 at the Indian Orchard Branch of the Third National Bank.
- • The Great New England Hurricane of 1938 caused devastating flooding and widespread damage.
- • Named for Springfield, England, it was settled in 1636 and incorporated as a city in 1852.
- • With around 155,000 residents, it's one of Massachusetts' largest cities, smaller than Boston.
- • At 75 feet above sea level, the city is relatively low-lying compared to the Berkshires.
- • Healthcare and social assistance are significant employers in Springfield.
- • A resilient city with a hopeful spirit, striving for revitalization despite challenges.
- • The closest pro team is the Boston Celtics; they won the 2024 NBA Championship.
- • The Springfield Indians hockey team won seven Calder Cup championships between 1960-1991.
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