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Denver, Colorado is named after James Denver, who, at the time it was founded, was the governor of neighbor territory Kansas. Not to be confused with John Denver.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoGeneral William Larimer named it after the Territorial Governor of Kansas, James W. Denver.
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Who named Denver the capitol of Colorado?
Denver is named in honor of a man named James W. Denver
Who were the important people of Colorado?
Here's a few: General William Palmer (who founded the city of Colorado Springs), Zebulon Pike (in which Pikes Peak is named after), and James W. Denver (who founded the city of Denver and which is named after him)
What is the original capital of the US state Colorado?
Golden - Colorado's Original Capital. Before being granted statehood in 1876, Colorado first was named as a territory in 1861 and Golden was the territorial capital until 1867 when the capital was moved to Denver. Golden continues to be the county seat for Jefferson County.
Why aren't Colorado Rockies named denver rockies?
cuz that sounds stupid
What state's capital is called Mile High City?
Denver, Colorado.
Are there any businesses named a-1 roofing in Denver, Colorado?
Yes, there is a business named A-1 Roofing that serves Denver, Colorado and other surrounding areas. It is located on 1360 South Wadsworth Boulevard, and their telephone number is (303) 727-1110.
Is Denver in Maine or Colorado?
Denver is located in Colorado.
What is the distanct between Colorado and Denver?
denver is in colorado
What State are the Denver Broncos from?
Denver, Colorado.
Denver is the capital of what state?
Denver is the capitol of Colorado
What is the third largest city in Colorado?
Colorado Springs. http://www.traveleze.com/travel_planning/coloradosprings.html
What state do the Denver Broncos play for?
Colorado. They play in Denver, Colorado.
