Did You Know? — Lafayette
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Lafayette is named after the Marquis de Lafayette, the French hero of the American Revolutionary War.
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The city was a crucial stop on the historic Wabash and Erie Canal, connecting the Great Lakes to the Ohio River.
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Lafayette was once home to the massive Monon Railroad Shops, a major employer and cornerstone of its industrial past.
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Just south of Lafayette lies Prophetstown State Park, preserving the cultural and natural heritage of the area, including the site of the Battle of Tippecanoe.
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Purdue University, a world-renowned public research university, is located directly across the Wabash River in West Lafayette, significantly impacting the twin cities.