These 4 Small Towns Were Once Home To Illinosians That Changed The World
By Will Suphan|Published October 03, 2022
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Will has been living in Arizona off and on for 30+ years in the Phoenix Metro and Tucson areas. He has traveled all over the state as well as having lived all over the Southwest. He's been writing for OnlyInYourState for one year and has previously written for Digital Journal. Will has a passion for travel and writing and combining the two is what he loves most. He loves solo international travel and has been to Thailand, France, Japan, and Cambodia.
A lot of famous and influential people throughout history have been born in Illinois, but usually, we hear of them coming from Chicago. There are four small towns in Illinois that have produced people who have had a major impact on others, including a Supreme Court Justice, a World War II hero, a women’s rights activist, and a Wild West icon. Great people often come from humble beginnings.
While these four small towns birthed some big names, there are tons of other Illinois small towns that are worth a visit. Let us know your favorites in the comments!
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