Freedom (community), Outagamie County, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Freedom, Wisconsin
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 Freedom (community), Outagamie County, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Freedom (community), Outagamie County, Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Outagamie |
| Elevation | 229 m (751 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
54131
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| Area code(s) | 920 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1565290 |
Freedom is an unincorporated community located in the town of Freedom, Outagamie County, Wisconsin, United States. Freedom is located along Wisconsin Highway 55 7.5 miles (12.1 km) north of Kaukauna. Freedom has a post office, located in Kaukauna, which uses ZIP code 54131.
Before the establishment of the Town of Freedom on June 5, 1853, evidence suggests that this community was named Sagole or Sagola, a Native American word meaning "good morning". Further, this name's use fell out of favor after the name of the surrounding town was established, and the community began using the name Freedom as well. Freedom is home to a very successful high school as well. They have won many state championships.
Images for kids
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St Nicholas Catholic Church
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Welcome sign
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Looking north at Freedom from Highway 55
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Freedom High School
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Freedom town hall and fire station
