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Huntington, West Virginia, was named after Collis Potter Huntington, a prominent railroad magnate and industrialist in the 19th century. He played a significant role in the development of the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway, which helped spur the growth of the area. The town was officially incorporated in 1871 and adopted his name to honor his contributions to its establishment and economic development.

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