French Town, Missouri facts for kids

French Town is a small place in Washington County, in the U.S. state of Missouri. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it is a group of homes and people living together. However, it does not have its own local government, like a city or town does. Instead, it follows the rules of the larger county it is in.

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Why is it Called French Town?

French Town got its name because many of the first people who settled there were from France. These early settlers brought their culture and language with them. This is why the name "French Town" was chosen for the community.