Delrey, Illinois facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Delrey, Illinois
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Iroquois County's location in Illinois
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Iroquois |
| Elevation | 663 ft (202 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 815 & 779 |
| GNIS feature ID | 407111 |
Delrey is a small place located in Iroquois County, in the state of Illinois, USA. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and buildings that don't have their own separate local government, like a city or town would. Instead, it's part of the larger county area.
A Look Back: Delrey's History
Delrey has a history that goes back to the 1800s. In 1854, a post office was opened here. A post office is a place where people can send and receive letters and packages. This post office served the community for many years, finally closing in the 1950s.
How Delrey Got Its Name
The name "Delrey" has an interesting origin. It was chosen to remember an important event from the Mexican–American War. This war happened between the United States and Mexico in the mid-1800s. One of the battles in this war was called the Battle of Molino del Rey. By naming their community Delrey, the early settlers honored this historical event.
