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    Where did the American city of Boston get its name, is there a British town or city called Boston?

    Question #38307. Asked by Jug Head.

    Stew54

    Yes, there is a town in Lincolnshire from which the US Boston takes its name. There are also one or two other places called Boston. Some information on places called "Boston" is at this site.

    http://www.zyra.org.uk/boston.htm

    Sep 02 03, 12:00 PM
    fosse4

    http://www.linc2u.com/boston/ claims that Boston Lincolnshire is the home of the Pilgrim Fathers

    Sep 02 03, 1:13 PM
    sillysexysally

    We also have a town in Co Clare, Ireland called Boston. Im afraid Ive no info on the place as yet, but will post it when I find it.

    Sep 02 03, 4:14 PM

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