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Texas: Praha — renaming to remain yourself
Praha, Texas is famous for a simple, powerful idea. Czech immigrants renamed the place “Praha” so the link to their origin would not fade. Over time, the church, festivals, cemeteries, associations, and memorials kept a small community tightly connected. Here the name is not decoration: it is practical memory. This article tells how a toponym can become an everyday tool—helping people change continent without losing their sense of self.
Texas: Praha — renaming to remain yourself
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