Fortín Olmos facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Fortín Olmos
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 Fortín Olmos
Location in Argentina
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province | Santa Fe |
| Department | Vera |
| Time zone | UTC-3 (ART) |
Fortín Olmos is a town located in the Vera Department of Santa Fe Province, Argentina. It is about 326 kilometers (202 miles) north of Santa Fe, which is the capital city of the province.
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People Living in Fortín Olmos
In 2001, about 3,738 people lived in Fortín Olmos. By the latest count, the population was 3,316. This means the number of people living there has gone down by about 11% since 2001.
History of Fortín Olmos
How the Town Started
Fortín Olmos was officially created on November 13, 1864. A person named Manuel Obligado helped to establish the town. It was first built close to an old fort.
Where the Name Comes From
The town got its name from General Olmos. He was an assistant to Manuel Obligado. This is how the name "Fortín Olmos" came to be.
Changes Over Time
Starting in 1964, a company called La Forestal closed down its operations. This event, along with a lack of clean drinking water, slowed down the town's growth. Today, the main activity in Fortín Olmos is Cattle raising, which means raising cows and other animals for food.
See also
In Spanish: Fortín Olmos para niños
