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Albatross, MO
Albatross, Missouri, on Route 96, which used to be part of US 66

Albatross is a small, unincorporated community located in Lawrence County, Missouri, in the United States. An unincorporated community means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's governed by the county.

Albatross: A Small Spot in Missouri

Albatross is a quiet area in southwestern Missouri. It's not a big city, but it's a place where people live and have homes.

Where is Albatross Located?

This community is found close to where two important roads, Route 39 and Route 96, meet. If you were traveling, Albatross is about six miles (which is about 10 kilometers) north of a town called Mount Vernon. It's also about two miles south of another town named Miller.

How Did Albatross Get Its Name?

Albatross was first established in 1926. It got its interesting name from a bus company called the Albatross Bus Line. This company likely operated in the area around the time the community was being formed, and people decided to name the new place after it.

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