Fidalgo, Washington

Fidalgo is an unincorporated community in Skagit County, in the U.S. state of Washington.[1]

History

A post office called Fidalgo was established in 1870, and remained in operation until 1910.[2] The community takes its name from nearby Fidalgo Bay.[3]

References

  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Fidalgo, Washington
  2. "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 31 July 2016.
  3. Meany, Edmond S. Origin of Washington geographic names. Seattle: University of Washington Press. p. 85.

Coordinates: 48°28′34″N 122°34′15″W / 48.47611°N 122.57083°W / 48.47611; -122.57083

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