Manchester, Wisconsin facts for kids
Manchester is a name used for several places in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. When you see a name like Manchester, it can sometimes refer to different towns or communities. This happens a lot in geography, especially when places are named after famous cities or people from other parts of the world.
In Wisconsin, there are a few places that share the name Manchester. This can sometimes be confusing, so it's helpful to know which specific Manchester someone is talking about.
What are the Manchesters in Wisconsin?
There are a few different places in Wisconsin called Manchester:
- Manchester, Green Lake County, Wisconsin: This is a town located in Green Lake County. A "town" in Wisconsin is a type of local government area, similar to a township in other states.
- Manchester (community), Green Lake County, Wisconsin: This refers to an unincorporated community within the Town of Manchester in Green Lake County. An unincorporated community is a group of homes or businesses that doesn't have its own separate local government.
- Manchester, Jackson County, Wisconsin: This is another town, but this one is located in Jackson County.
- Manchester, former name for Brothertown, Wisconsin: From 1843 until 1857, the community now known as Brothertown, Wisconsin in Calumet County was called Manchester. This shows how place names can change over time.
Why are there so many places with the same name?
It's common for places in the United States to share names with cities in other countries, especially England. Many early settlers came from places like Manchester, England, and named their new homes after their old ones. This helped them feel connected to their heritage.
Sometimes, different places were named Manchester independently, without one knowing about the other. Over time, as maps became more detailed, it became clear that multiple places shared the same name. This is why you often see additions to names, like "Green Lake County" or "Jackson County," to help tell them apart.
See also
In Spanish: Manchester (Wisconsin) para niños
