Gloucester, Massachusetts

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Gloucester, MA - Originally settled in 1623, the area was soon abandoned due to poor growing conditions. Eventually the area was re-settled and by 1642 it was formally incorporated at the Town of Gloucester. It takes its name from the city in England.

Early settlement initially occured in the interior, but as the fishing industry expanded the town grew towards the harbor area.
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gloucester,_Massachusetts
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Coordinates:   42°37'35"N   70°39'33"W

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  • http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Good_Morning_Gloucester
  • Pronounced GLOW-KESS-TER by locals.
  • Actually, it's pronounced "Gloster" by the locals. I was there monday. I got yelled at for it.
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