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Hans Creek

Hans Creek is a stream in the U.S. state of West Virginia.[1]

Hans Creek derives its name from John Hand (or Hance), a pioneer settler.[2]

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References

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  1. ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Hans Creek
  2. ^ Kenny, Hamill (1945). West Virginia Place Names: Their Origin and Meaning, Including the Nomenclature of the Streams and Mountains. Piedmont, WV: The Place Name Press. p. 296.

37°33′13″N 80°44′07″W / 37.55361°N 80.73528°W / 37.55361; -80.73528


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