Lamont, Nebraska facts for kids

Lamont is a small place in Dundy County, Nebraska, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government, unlike a city or town.

History of Lamont

Lamont had a post office for many years. It first opened in 1893. The post office was a busy place where people sent and received letters. However, it closed down in 1934.

The community of Lamont was likely named after a man named Daniel Scott Lamont. He was an important person in the United States government. He served as the Secretary of War for President Grover Cleveland. This job meant he was in charge of the country's army at that time.