Wanborough, Illinois facts for kids
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Wanborough, Illinois
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Former settlement
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 Wanborough, Illinois
Location in Illinois
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Edwards |
| Elevation | 492 ft (150 m) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1808177 |
Wanborough was once a small community, or "settlement," located in Edwards County, Illinois, United States. It was about 2 miles (3.2 kilometers) west of a town called Albion. Today, Wanborough is no longer an active town and is considered a "former settlement."
History
Wanborough got its name from a place called Wanborough in England. In the spring of 1826, a special kind of community was started here. It was known as a socialist colony. This idea came from a man named Robert Owen. In this type of community, people worked together and shared resources. The goal was to create a fair and equal society for everyone. However, this particular community in Wanborough did not last very long.
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