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== Behind the Laughter == | == Behind the Laughter == | ||
| − | Many American communities with names of German | + | Many American communities with names of German origin were renamed due to {{W|Anti-German sentiment#United States 2|anti-German sentiment}} particularly once America entered [[World War I]] against Germany. |
| − | Charlotte had the same name since the city was chattered by North Carolina General Assembly in 1768 and named for {{W|Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz}} | + | Charlotte has had the same name since the city was chattered by the North Carolina General Assembly in 1768 and named for the reigning [[King George III|George III]]'s queen-consort {{W|Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz}} who was born a German princess. |
== Appearances == | == Appearances == | ||
Latest revision as of 14:23, April 23, 2024
- This article is about the city in North Carolina. For others named Charlotte, see Charlotte.
- "This could destroy our town! Look what happened to Hitler City, North Carolina. If they hadn't changed their name to Charlotte, they'd be sunk."
- ―Mayor Quimby[src]
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Town/City Information
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Charlotte is the largest city in North Carolina.
History[edit]
According to Mayor Quimby, Charlotte had once been named "Hitler City".
Behind the Laughter[edit]
Many American communities with names of German origin were renamed due to anti-German sentiment particularly once America entered World War I against Germany.
Charlotte has had the same name since the city was chattered by the North Carolina General Assembly in 1768 and named for the reigning George III's queen-consort Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz who was born a German princess.
Appearances[edit]
Episode – "Bart-Mangled Banner" (mentioned)
External links[edit]
