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Yolande House, Lake Webster, Massachusetts, USA
Yolande House at Lake Webster, Massachusetts, USA. The name of the lake in Nipmuc, an Algonquian language, is the longest place name in the USA, with 45 letters: Lake Chargoggagoggmanchauggagoggchau-bunagungamaugg. In abbreviated form it is known as Lake Chaubunagungamaug. It means: Fishing Place at the Boundaries -- Neutral Meeting Grounds. Date: circa 1910
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Abbreviated Boundaries Grounds Language Letters Longest Mass Massachusetts Meeting Neutral Path Pathway Shaded Shady Webster Abbreviation Algonquian Algonquin Yolande
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1. Title: "Yolande House at Lake Chaubunagungamaug, Massachusetts, USA: A Glimpse into the Past of a Neutral Meeting Grounds and Fishing Place" 2.. This photograph, taken circa 1910, presents Yolande House nestled along the serene shores of Lake Chaubunagungamaug in Massachusetts, USA. The name of this picturesque lake, with a lengthy history rooted in the Nipmuc Algonquian language, is the longest place name in the United States, boasting an impressive 45 letters: Lake Chargoggagoggmanchauggagoggchau-bunagungamaugg. In its abbreviated form, it is known as Lake Chaubunagungamaug, which translates to "Fishing Place at the Boundaries -- Neutral Meeting Grounds." 3. The tranquil scene showcases a grassy pathway leading to the shady Yolande House, surrounded by trees and the gentle embrace of nature. The lake, with its calm waters, served as a significant gathering place for various Native American tribes, who came together to trade, socialize, and resolve disputes peacefully. 4. The Yolande House, a quaint and charming building, stands as a testament to the rich history and cultural significance of this location. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the boundaries between communities were blurred, and the natural beauty of the landscape brought people together. 5. As we admire this photograph, we are reminded of the importance of preserving the stories and traditions of our past, as well as the enduring power of nature to inspire and connect us. The Yolande House at Lake Chaubunagungamaug remains a symbol of unity, history, and the enduring allure of the natural world.
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