Navy Pier Chicago

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January 19th 2022
Navy Pier Mike explained in detail how The Pier has evolved over the years. Navy Pier opened to the public in 1916, originally named “Municipal Pier". It was officially renamed Navy Pier in 1927 as a tribute to the Navy personnel who were housed at the Pier during World War I. During World War II military personnel trained at the pier. In 1946, when the military moved out, the Unive ... read more

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more