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Who was Hennepin and why did Minnesota name so many things after him?
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Father Louis Hennepin's name is prevalent around the Twin Cities. The state's most populous county is named after this 17th century Catholic priest, as are a prominent Minneapolis avenue and countless public facilities. So who was Father Hennepin? Kevin Duchschere joins Ash Miller to discuss Hennepin's travels in Minnesota, and why his name became so closely affiliated with the area.
LINKS:
Who was Hennepin and why did Minnesota name so many things after him? (October 2022 Curious Minnesota story)
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Manage episode 346758741 series 2656267
Father Louis Hennepin's name is prevalent around the Twin Cities. The state's most populous county is named after this 17th century Catholic priest, as are a prominent Minneapolis avenue and countless public facilities. So who was Father Hennepin? Kevin Duchschere joins Ash Miller to discuss Hennepin's travels in Minnesota, and why his name became so closely affiliated with the area.
LINKS:
Who was Hennepin and why did Minnesota name so many things after him? (October 2022 Curious Minnesota story)
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