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    Dover, Delaware - Wikipedia
    CountryUnited States
    StateDelaware
    CountyKent
    Founded1683
    Overview

    Dover is the capital and second-most populous city of the U.S. state of Delaware. It is also the county seat of Kent County and the principal city of the Dover metropolitan statistical area, which encompasses all of Kent Count… See more

    Etymology

    The city is named after Dover, Kent, in England. First recorded in its Latinised form of Portus Dubris, the name derives from the Brythonic word for waters (dwfr in Middle Welsh). The same element is present in the town's … See more

    Geography

    Dover is located at 39°09′29″N 75°31′28″W / 39.15806°N 75.52444°W (39.1581680, −75.5243682).
    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 22.7 square mile… See more

    Demographics

    In 2010, Dover had a population of 36,047 people. During the census of 2000, there were 32,135 people, 12,340 households, and 7,502 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,435.0 inhabitants per square … See more

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  2. Britannica
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    Dover | Delaware, Map, Population, & Facts | Britannica

    Oct 6, 2024 · Dover is the seat of Kent county and the state government of Delaware. It was founded in 1717 and named after the English city of Dover. Learn about its history, geography, and attractions.

     
  3. U-S-History.com
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    History of Dover, Delaware

  4. WorldAtlas
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    Dover, Capital Of Delaware - WorldAtlas

  5. Wikipedia
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    Dover, Delaware - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

  6. Delaware Public Archives
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    Dover - Delaware Public Archives - State of Delaware

    In 1683, William Penn first introduced the idea of a town to be called Dover as the court town for Kent County. However, it was not until 1717 that a plot was laid out for streets, squares, and lots. By 1722, a courthouse was built on the square …

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    History of Dover, Delaware: when Dover was founded …

    Dover was founded in 1683 by William Penn and named after a town in England. It became the capital of Delaware during the Revolutionary War and grew into a major industrial and cultural center.

  8. World Guides
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    Dover History Facts and Timeline: Dover, Delaware, USA - World …

  9. Delaware Public Archives
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    Dover - Delaware Public Archives - State of Delaware

  10. Amish America
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    The Dover, Delaware Amish settlement - Amish America

    Mar 25, 2011 · The Dover community was founded in 1915 by Amish coming from many different places. Early settlers arrived in Kent County from Wisconsin, Ohio, North Dakota, Montana, Alabama, Pennsvlvania and other locations.

  11. Britannica
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    Delaware - Colonial, Quaker, Mid-Atlantic | Britannica

  12. Wondrous Drifter
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    Historical Sites and Famous Landmarks in Dover, Delaware

  13. delaware.gov
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    History was made here: The Dover Green - Delaware

  14. Kids encyclopedia
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    Dover, Delaware facts for kids - Kids encyclopedia

  15. Delaware Public Archives
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    Dover - Delaware Public Archives - State of Delaware

  16. downtowndoverpartnership.com
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    Our History - Downtown Dover Partnership

  17. Delaware Public Archives
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    Dover - Delaware Public Archives - State of Delaware

  18. History
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    Delaware ‑ Capital, Map & State - HISTORY

  19. Forbes
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    Where To Attend An Online College In Delaware In 2024

  20. Delaware Public Archives
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    Delaware: Then and Now - Delaware Public Archives - State of …

  21. Delaware Public Archives
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    Dover - Delaware Public Archives - State of Delaware

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