Ten Broeck, Alabama facts for kids
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Ten Broeck, Alabama
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 Ten Broeck, Alabama
Location in Alabama
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | DeKalb |
| Elevation | 1,188 ft (362 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 256 |
Ten Broeck, sometimes spelled Tenbroeck, is a small place in DeKalb County, in the state of Alabama. It is called an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government, like a city or town does.
The Story of Ten Broeck
A long time ago, in 1880, Ten Broeck had its own post office. This was a place where people could send and receive mail. The post office stayed open for about 25 years, closing in 1905.
The community got its name from a local horse. This horse was probably named after a person named Abraham Ten Broeck. He was an important figure in early American history. Abraham Ten Broeck was part of the Continental Congress. This was a group of leaders who helped create the United States.
How Many People Lived Here?
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| 1930 | 137 | — | |
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According to the 1930 U.S. Census, Ten Broeck became an "incorporated" town in 1925. This means it officially formed its own local government. However, it was only listed in the census records that one time.
