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South Norfolk, Virginia - Definition and Overview

South Norfolk was an independent city in eastern Virginia. Incorporated as a town in Norfolk County in 1919, within three years it became an independent city. In 1963, it's voters chose to consolidate with Norfolk County (by mutual agreement) and with approval from the Virginia General Assembly to form the new city of Chesapeake. The new name was also selected through a voter referendum.

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