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Welcome to the Windy City Of "Chicago"

Chicago, Illinois, is the third largest city in the United States, with a population of almost 3 million. Situated on the Southwestern shore of Lake Michigan, it is one of the most important transportation Centers in the country. Vast quantities of industrial goods and raw materials flow through Chicago's huge railroad yards. Its O'Hare Airport is the busiest airport in the country. The City is also a major financial Center. Chicago began as a trading settlement outside Fort Dearborn, which was builds in 1803. It grew rich as a cattle town. A fire destroyed downtown Chicago in 1871, but the city was rebuilt and it became a major industrial Center.

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