Scottland, Illinois
Town center & Census-designated place in Illinois, United States
39°48′16″N 87°36′18″W / 39.80444°N 87.60500°W / 39.80444; -87.60500
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Scottland is an unincorporated community in Prairie Township, Edgar County, Illinois, United States.
Geography
Scottland is located at 39°48′16″N 087°36′18″W / 39.80444°N 87.60500°W / 39.80444; -87.60500 at an elevation of 636 feet.
Education
Scottland had its own high school during the mid-20th century. In 1937, Scottland High School graduated its first four-year class. The high school remained open until 1972, when the Scottland schools merged with the schools in nearby Chrisman. The high school mascot was the "Eagles".[2]
Info
The population is approximately 80–100. Scottland is adjacent to U.S. 36.
Scottland was also home to war veteran Wilma Vaught.[citation needed]
References
- ^ "Scottland". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior. Retrieved October 15, 2010.
- ^ "Scottland High School". Illinoishsglorydays.com. Retrieved August 26, 2012.
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Municipalities and communities of Edgar County, Illinois, United States
County seat: Paris
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