Drake, Missouri

Drake is an unincorporated community in Gasconade County, in the U.S. state of Missouri.[1]

History

A post office called Drake was established in 1868, and remained in operation until 1936.[2] The community has the name of Charles D. Drake (1811–1892), United States Senator.[3]

References

  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Drake, Missouri
  2. "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 2 October 2016.
  3. "Gasconade County Place Names, 1928–1945 (archived)". The State Historical Society of Missouri. Retrieved 2 October 2016.

Coordinates: 38°28′06″N 91°27′53″W / 38.46833°N 91.46472°W / 38.46833; -91.46472

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