Beaucoup, Illinois facts for kids
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Beaucoup, Illinois
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 Beaucoup, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Beaucoup, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Washington |
| Township | Beaucoup |
| Elevation | 535 ft (163 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 618 |
| GNIS feature ID | 404044 |
Beaucoup is a small, unincorporated community located in Washington County, Illinois, 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 part of a larger area called Beaucoup Township.
Welcome to Beaucoup!
Beaucoup is a quiet place in the state of Illinois. It's known for its peaceful setting and its connection to the history of the area.
Where is Beaucoup?
This community is found in Washington County, Illinois. It's situated along the Evansville Western Railway, which is a railroad line. You can also find Beaucoup about 4.8 kilometers (or 3 miles) east of a bigger town called Nashville. The community sits at an elevation of about 535 feet above sea level.
A Special Visitor: Thomas Dewey
Even small communities can be part of big historical moments! On October 12, 1948, a very important person visited Beaucoup. This person was Thomas E. Dewey, who was running to become the President of the United States.
Dewey gave a speech to about 1,000 people in Beaucoup. This event was part of his presidential campaign. It shows that even small towns can play a role in national politics and history.
