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Belfast, Clermont County, Ohio facts for kids

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Belfast is a small place in Ohio, a state in the United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or a town would. Instead, it's part of Clermont County.

History of Belfast

How Belfast Got Its Name

Imagine moving to a new country and missing your home! That's what happened with some of the first people who settled in this area. They came from a big city called Belfast, which is in Northern Ireland. To remember their old home and where they came from, they decided to name their new community "Belfast" too.

Early Life in Belfast

For many years, Belfast had its own post office. It opened in 1840, which was a very long time ago! This post office helped people send and receive letters and packages. It was a vital link to the outside world. The post office stayed open for many decades but finally closed in 1907.

Besides the post office, Belfast also had a country store. This store was super important for the people living there. It was likely where they bought almost everything they needed, from food to tools. It was also a place where neighbors could meet, share news, and connect with each other.

Belfast Today

Today, Belfast doesn't have its own post office or country store like it used to. People living in the area now use the mailing address for a nearby town called Goshen, Ohio. Even though it's a quiet place, Belfast remains a part of Clermont County's history.

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