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Brock is a small place in Darke County, Ohio, in the United States. It's called an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government, like a city or town does. Instead, it's part of the larger county's rules.

What is Brock?

Brock is a small community located in Darke County, Ohio. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it doesn't have its own separate local government, like a city or a village would. Instead, the county government helps manage things for Brock.

A Glimpse into Brock's Past

Brock has a history that goes back many years. A post office was first opened here in 1850. This was a very important place for people to send and receive letters and packages. The post office served the community for a long time, closing its doors in 1906.

Life in Early Brock

In its early days, Brock was a busy little center. Besides the post office, it had its own schoolhouse. This is where the children of the community learned and grew. There was also a church, which was a central place for people to gather. A town hall also served as a meeting spot for the community.

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