Chicago

Cities of the United States

Chicago is the most populous city in Illinois and the Midwestern United States. It lies on the western shore of Lake Michigan and had a population of 2.74 million at the 2020 census. Incorporated in 1837, it grew rapidly during the 19th century despite the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. Chicago is an international hub for finance, culture, commerce, industry, education, technology, telecommunications, and transportation.

Country: United States
Incorporated: 1837
2020 population: 2.74 million

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Article: Chicago (English Wikipedia)
Wikidata: Q1297
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