Hub of the Universe

…Blessed with a natural harbor, fishing and shipping have flourished since colonial times, and it remains one of the leading port cities in the United States today. It has also played a prominent role in American history as a center of commerce, industry, culture, and education, and was called the "Hub of the Universe" in the late 19th century. Although its national status has declined relatively, it is still not only an ancient capital proud of its traditions, but also the cultural and economic center of the New England region. …

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…天然の良港に恵まれ植民地時代から漁業と海運業が栄え，今日も合衆国有数の港湾都市。また商工業，文化，教育の中心として，アメリカ史上に有力な地位を占め，19世紀後半には〈世界の中心Hub of the Universe〉と呼ばれた。全国的地位は相対的に低まったが，今日も伝統を誇る古都であるだけでなく，ニューイングランド地方の文化と経済の中枢である。…

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