Beauregard Parish, Administrative parish in southwestern Louisiana, United States
Description
Beauregard Parish is an administrative division in southwestern Louisiana with DeRidder serving as its parish seat. The area spans across forests, farmland, and several small communities scattered throughout the region.
History
The parish was established in 1913 and named after Confederate General P.G.T. Beauregard following its separation from the larger St. Landry Parish. This administrative division reflected regional development in southwestern Louisiana.
Culture
Native American settlements existed across different areas of the current parish territory, with notable communities near Sugartown and Merryville before European colonization.
Practical
The area is managed by local government offices providing services to residents and visitors. Smaller towns are accessible by rural roads and offer basic facilities including shops and schools.
Did you know?
During World War II, DeRidder served military personnel through a United Service Organizations center that supported thousands in training. This role in wartime preparation remains a lesser-known chapter in the parish's modern history.
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