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  • 21 Aug, 2019

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Denmark, Illinois

Denmark is an unincorporated community in Perry County, Illinois, United States. Denmark is 4.5 miles (7.2 km) southeast of Cutler.

History

A post office was established at Denmark in 1865, and remained in operation until 1906. The first postmaster being a Danish immigrant most likely caused the name to be selected.

References

  1. ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Denmark, Illinois
  2. ^ "Perry County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved November 4, 2015.
  3. ^ Callary, Edward (September 29, 2008). Place Names of Illinois. University of Illinois Press. p. 91. ISBN 978-0-252-09070-7.