Springfield, Missouri

Springfield is the third largest city in Missouri. It is the county seat of Greene County{{GR|6}}.

City Nicknames

Springfield is known as "The Queen City of the Ozarks". The reason for this is unknown. One theory is that is was the "gem" of the Ozarks.

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At one time, it was also known as "The Birthplace of Route 66", due to its early connection with the designation of that highway. A plaque in Park Central Square was dedicated to the city by the Route 66 Association of Missouri for just that.

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