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Damascus, Illinois
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 Damascus, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Damascus, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Stephenson |
| Elevation | 771 ft (235 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 815 & 779 |
| GNIS feature ID | 422602 |
Damascus is an unincorporated community in Harlem and Waddams townships, Stephenson County, Illinois. Damascus is located at the junction of County Routes 5 and 26, 3.75 miles (6.04 km) west of Cedarville.
History
Damascus was laid out in 1837. A post office was established in 1854, and remained in operation until 1906.
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