Did You Know? — Springfield
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Springfield is home to the only house Abraham Lincoln ever owned, preserved as a National Historic Site.
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The 1908 Springfield Race Riot was a pivotal event that led directly to the formation of the NAACP.
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The 'Horseshoe Sandwich,' an open-faced sandwich with meat, fries, and cheese sauce, was invented here in 1928.
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Springfield is a major stop on the historic Route 66, with many classic diners and landmarks still visible.
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The city boasts two significant Lincoln Presidential sites: the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and Lincoln's Tomb.