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Lawrence, Kansas

Lawrence is a city in and the county seat of Douglas County, Kansas, United States. The population was 87,643 at the 2010 census, making it the sixth largest city in the state.

Lawrence is a college town and is the home to the University of Kansas founded in 1865 and the Haskell Indian Nations University.

Site of the Lawrence Massacre or Quantrill's Raid, a Confederate guerrilla attack during the U.S. Civil War led by William Clarke Quantrill, on the pro-Union town of Lawrence, Kansas. Over four hours, the raiders pillaged and set fire to the town and killed most of its male population. Quantrill's men burned to the ground a quarter of the buildings in Lawrence, including all but two businesses. They looted most of the banks and stores and killed between 185 and 200 men and boys.

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  • Henry's, Louis (guest) wrote 12 years ago:
    Come to the French Table every Thursdays at Henry's upstair! we are waiting for you.
  • Ingredients Restaurant, 438 (guest) wrote 13 years ago:
    A great restaurant, but too noisy. Why do so many restaurants think noisy is good? I've heard it's so you won't stay any longer than you have to. Sorry for the editorial comment!
  • Joe's Bakery, dan (guest) wrote 16 years ago:
    Now Closed
  • Z's Divine Espresso Downtown, Meekle (guest) wrote 16 years ago:
    Only the best coffee. Ever. Period.
  • The Legends Apartments, أخوك (guest) wrote 17 years ago:
    سلام على حمود ياللي ساكنن عنده قله ترا الروح في شـوفتك منتله
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