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                D e n v e r  ,  C o l o r a d o  ,  U  S  A    
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             Population:   1,229,798 People                    
             Metro. Area:      3,660 Square Miles              
             Altitude:         5,280 Feet                      
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             Founded:  1858   Incorporated:  1861              
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            Denver is the capital of Colorado, and  the  dist- 
            bution,  manufacturing,  and transportation center 
            for the Rocky Mountain region.  The city is also a 
            central point for snow sports and serves as a gate 
            way to nearby  mountain  vacation  spots.   It  is 
            called the Mile High City because the state Capitol
            stands on land a mile above sea level.  From  1860 
            to 1945 Denver was a mining and agricultural city. 
            After 1945 the city became known for its industry. 
            Today it is one  of the  leading  electronic  and  
            computer manufacturing centers in the United States
            and the world.  In addition  to  commerce,  Denver 
            is close to some of the most breath taking natural 
            beauty in the world.                               
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