"Plaquemine" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Plaquemine is a village in Iberville Parish, Louisiana, United States. It is the parish seat and the eighth-most-populous municipality in the parish. Plaquemine has a population of approximately 2,000 residents and is home to many historic sites related to Native American cultures, French and Spanish colonial settlements, and the Tabasco producer McIlhenny Company. The name "Plaquemine" is derived from Tensas Parish in the United States, which was named for the Tunica language name for the Tunica people. The village was devastated by Hurricane Katrina in 2005, and many residents have since relocated to other areas.
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A small plate or medal, typically made of metal, conferred on individuals in recognition of their achievements in various fields, such as science, art, or philanthropy.