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| Image = Metropolis 001.jpg
  
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| OfficialName = City of Metropolis
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| OfficialName = City of Metropolis
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| Aliases = The Big Apricot; The City of Tomorrow; The Monarch City; New Troy
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| Aliases = The Big Apricot; The City of Tomorrow; The Monarch City; New Troy
   
 
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| StarSystem = Sol
  
| StarSystem = Sol
 
| Planet = Earth
  
| Planet = Earth
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| Country = United States
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| Country = United States
 
| City = Metropolis
  
| City = Metropolis
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| State = New York
 
| Province =
 
| Province =
 
| Locale =
 
| Locale =
   
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| Dimensions = 125 sq mi
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| Dimensions = 125 sq mi
 
| Population =
 
| Population =
 
| First = Action Comics #16
  
| First = Action Comics #16
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| Quotation = The story? How many times do I have to tell you? There's only one story, Lane. Metropolis. She's the story.
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| Quotation = The story? How many times do I have to tell you? There's only one story, [[Lois Lane (New Earth)|Lane]]. Metropolis. She's the story.
 
| Speaker = [[Perry White (New Earth)|Perry White]]
  
| Speaker = [[Perry White (New Earth)|Perry White]]
 
| QuoteSource = Superman Confidential Vol 1 2
  
| QuoteSource = Superman Confidential Vol 1 2
   
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| HistoryText = '''Metropolis''' is one of the largest and most well-known cities in the United States, owing largely to the fact that it is the adopted hometown of Metropolis' favorite son, [[Superman]].
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| Overview = '''Metropolis''' is one of the largest and most well-known cities in the United States, owing largely to the fact that it is the adopted hometown of Metropolis' favorite son, [[Superman]].
   
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| HistoryText =
 
===Origins===
  
===Origins===
 
The history of Metropolis stretches back to the year 1542 when Italian navigator Vincenzo Gnanatti discovered the region while in the employ of the Dutch. Prior to European colonization, the region was occupied by the Algonquin Native American tribe. It wasn't until 1634 however that the first settlement was established by Dutchman Paul De Vries. The settlement was named De Vries Village and occupies the neighborhood now known as "Old City" in the Eastern section of [[Queensland Park]]. Throughout the 17th and 18th centuries, De Vries Village prospered as a thriving seaport and it became an integral strategic location for General George Washington's army during the Revolutionary War.
  
The history of Metropolis stretches back to the year 1542 when Italian navigator Vincenzo Gnanatti discovered the region while in the employ of the Dutch. Prior to European colonization, the region was occupied by the Algonquin Native American tribe. It wasn't until 1634 however that the first settlement was established by Dutchman Paul De Vries. The settlement was named De Vries Village and occupies the neighborhood now known as "Old City" in the Eastern section of [[Queensland Park]]. Throughout the 17th and 18th centuries, De Vries Village prospered as a thriving seaport and it became an integral strategic location for General George Washington's army during the Revolutionary War.
   
 
===[[18th Century]]===
  
===[[18th Century]]===
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In 1775, it established itself as a host to many book and newspaper publishing houses, the most successful of which would eventually become known as the Daily Planet.<ref>[[Zero Hour Vol 1 0|''Zero Hour'' #0 (timeline)]]</ref> During the "Devil's Winter Siege", the city was defended by [[Thomas Haukins (New Earth)|Tomahawk]]'s rangers, most notably [[Dan Hunter]], in whose honor the settlement was renamed as Fort Hunter, later Hunterville and later still Hunter City. In 1783, P. Randall Jeffries opened the First Metropolitan Bank, which still exists today, though the corporate headquarters has since moved to the Central Business District in New Troy. <ref>''[[DC Atlas|Atlas of the DC Universe; pp 41]]''</ref>
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In 1775, it established itself as a host to many book and newspaper publishing houses, the most successful of which would eventually become known as the Daily Planet.<ref>{{c|Zero Hour: Crisis in Time Vol 1 0|Zero Hour: Crisis in Time #0 (timeline)}}</ref> During the "Devil's Winter Siege", the city was defended by [[Thomas Haukins (New Earth)|Tomahawk]]'s rangers, most notably [[Dan Hunter]], in whose honor the settlement was renamed as Fort Hunter, later Hunterville and later still Hunter City. In 1783, P. Randall Jeffries opened the First Metropolitan Bank, which still exists today, though the corporate headquarters has since moved to the Central Business District in New Troy.<ref>{{c|DC Atlas|Atlas of the DC Universe; pp 41}}</ref>
   
 
===[[19th Century]]===
  
===[[19th Century]]===
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In 1847, the borough known as Hob's Bay became a bustling merchant center, as well as a hotbed for bigotry and intolerance, particularly against the rising influx of Irish immigrants. Mission worker Edna Luthor became a strong voice among the struggling workers, and she publicly preached a message of tolerance and love. Like many in the Luthor bloodline, Edna was a visionary whose convictions and strong sense of morality would help pave the way for Metropolis' future. These values were passed along to her grandson, Wallace Luthor who operated the Luthor Steel Works during the turn of the century.<ref>{{c|Superman: Y2K Vol 1 1}}</ref>
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In 1847, the borough known as Hob's Bay became a bustling merchant center, as well as a hotbed for bigotry and intolerance, particularly against the rising influx of Irish immigrants. Mission worker Edna Luthor became a strong voice among the struggling workers, and she publicly preached a message of tolerance and love. Like many in the Luthor bloodline, Edna was a visionary whose convictions and strong sense of morality would help pave the way for Metropolis' future. These values were passed along to her grandson, Wallace Luthor who operated the Luthor Steel Works during the turn of the century.<ref>{{c|Superman: Y2K Vol 1 1}}</ref>
   
 
===[[20th Century]]===
  
===[[20th Century]]===
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In 1905 Hunter City became home to a noted adventurer, inventor and science hero: Waldo Glenmorgan. Glenmorgan began a trend of scientific prowess which culminated in the city changing its name to "Metropolis". This name change propelled the city towards its current position as the City of Tomorrow.<ref>[[Superman: Secret Files 2009 Vol 1 1|Superman: Secret Files 2009]]</ref>
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In 1905 Hunter City became home to a noted adventurer, inventor and science hero: Waldo Glenmorgan. Glenmorgan began a trend of scientific prowess which culminated in the city changing its name to "Metropolis". This name change propelled the city towards its current position as the City of Tomorrow.<ref>{{c|Superman: Secret Files 2009 Vol 1 1}}</ref>
   
 
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* [[Hob's Bay]]
  
* [[Hob's Bay]]
 
* Hobb's River
  
* Hobb's River
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* Metropolis Bay
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* [[Metropolis Bay]]
 
* West River
  
* West River
   
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* [[Stagg Enterprises]]
  
* [[Stagg Enterprises]]
 
* [[S.T.A.R. Labs]]
  
* [[S.T.A.R. Labs]]
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* [[Ivo Laboratories|Ivo Labs]]
 
* [[WayneTech]]
  
* [[WayneTech]]
   
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* [[Galaxy Broadcasting System|Galaxy Communications]]
  
* [[Galaxy Broadcasting System|Galaxy Communications]]
 
* Metropolis Daily News
  
* Metropolis Daily News
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* Metropolis Eagle
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* [[Metropolis Eagle]]
 
* Metropolis Today
  
* Metropolis Today
 
* [[Newstime Magazine]]
  
* [[Newstime Magazine]]
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* Superboy Memorial Statue
  
* Superboy Memorial Statue
 
* [[Superman Memorial Statue]]
  
* [[Superman Memorial Statue]]
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* [[Sweet Justice]]
 
* Topaz Lane
  
* Topaz Lane
 
* Union Station
  
* Union Station
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** {{c|Black Orchid #1}} gives [[Bakerline]] a ZIP code of 11605. Codes starting with 1 are in [[Delaware]], [[New York]] and [[Pennsylvania]]. 11605 itself is not in use, but other codes around that number belong to [[Queens]] and [[Long Island|Nassau]], [[New York]].
  
** {{c|Black Orchid #1}} gives [[Bakerline]] a ZIP code of 11605. Codes starting with 1 are in [[Delaware]], [[New York]] and [[Pennsylvania]]. 11605 itself is not in use, but other codes around that number belong to [[Queens]] and [[Long Island|Nassau]], [[New York]].
 
** {{c|Countdown to Infinite Crisis Vol 1 1}} places it in [[New York]].
  
** {{c|Countdown to Infinite Crisis Vol 1 1}} places it in [[New York]].
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** {{c|Doomsday Clock Vol 1 7}} reveals its full address for correspondences: ''The Daily Planet, 2525 Broadway, Metropolis, [[New York|NY]] 10025''
 
* On Earth-Two, the founder of Metropolis is Jeremiah Galloway.<ref>{{c|World's Finest Vol 1 67}}</ref>
  
* On Earth-Two, the founder of Metropolis is Jeremiah Galloway.<ref>{{c|World's Finest Vol 1 67}}</ref>
 
* {{c|Convergence Vol 1 0}} states that {{c|The Flash Vol 1 123}} is the first appearance of the "Pre-Crisis Earth-Two Metropolis" even though the city of Metropolis does not appear in that issue, only [[Keystone City]] does.
  
* {{c|Convergence Vol 1 0}} states that {{c|The Flash Vol 1 123}} is the first appearance of the "Pre-Crisis Earth-Two Metropolis" even though the city of Metropolis does not appear in that issue, only [[Keystone City]] does.
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* At the end of the 1930s and the beginning of the “golden age” of superheroes, as [[Superman_Vol_1_16#Synopsis_for_.22Racket_On_Delivery.22|shown in]] several [[Action_Comics_Vol_1_37#Synopsis_for_Superman:_.22Clark_Kent.2C_Police_Commissioner.22|early]] Superman [[Action_Comics_Vol_1_29#Synopsis_for_Superman:_.22The_Life_Insurance_Scam.22|stories]] and at least one Green Lantern [[All-American_Comics_Vol_1_17#Synopsis_for_.22The_Sign_of_the_Green_Lantern.22|story]], the [[Superman_Vol_1_6#Synopsis_for_.22The_Construction_Racket.22|municipal]] and [[Action_Comics_Vol_1_10#Synopsis_for_.22Superman_Goes_to_Prison.22|state]] governments of [[Superman_Vol_1_5#Synopsis_for_.22Campaign_Against_the_Planet.22|Metropolis]] were [[Action_Comics_Vol_1_16#Synopsis_for_.22Superman_and_the_Numbers_Racket.22|riddled]] with [[Superman_Vol_1_7#Synopsis_for_.22Bert_Runyan.27s_Campaign.22|corruption]].
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* At the end of the 1930s and the beginning of the "golden age" of superheroes, as [[Superman_Vol_1_16#Synopsis_for_.22Racket_On_Delivery.22|shown in]] several [[Action_Comics_Vol_1_37#Synopsis_for_Superman:_.22Clark_Kent.2C_Police_Commissioner.22|early]] Superman [[Action_Comics_Vol_1_29#Synopsis_for_Superman:_.22The_Life_Insurance_Scam.22|stories]] and at least one Green Lantern [[All-American_Comics_Vol_1_17#Synopsis_for_.22The_Sign_of_the_Green_Lantern.22|story]], the [[Superman_Vol_1_6#Synopsis_for_.22The_Construction_Racket.22|municipal]] and [[Action_Comics_Vol_1_10#Synopsis_for_.22Superman_Goes_to_Prison.22|state]] governments of [[Superman_Vol_1_5#Synopsis_for_.22Campaign_Against_the_Planet.22|Metropolis]] were [[Action_Comics_Vol_1_16#Synopsis_for_.22Superman_and_the_Numbers_Racket.22|riddled]] with [[Superman_Vol_1_7#Synopsis_for_.22Bert_Runyan.27s_Campaign.22|corruption]].
   
 
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Revision as of 16:46, 3 April 2020

The history of Metropolis stretches back to the year 1542 when Italian navigator Vincenzo Gnanatti discovered the region while in the employ of the Dutch. Prior to European colonization, the region was occupied by the Algonquin Native American tribe. It wasn't until 1634 however that the first settl

Quote1 The story? How many times do I have to tell you? There's only one story, Lane. Metropolis. She's the story. Quote2
—Perry Whitesrc

Metropolis is one of the largest and most well-known cities in the United States, owing largely to the fact that it is the adopted hometown of Metropolis' favorite son, Superman.

History

Origins

The history of Metropolis stretches back to the year 1542 when Italian navigator Vincenzo Gnanatti discovered the region while in the employ of the Dutch. Prior to European colonization, the region was occupied by the Algonquin Native American tribe. It wasn't until 1634 however that the first settlement was established by Dutchman Paul De Vries. The settlement was named De Vries Village and occupies the neighborhood now known as "Old City" in the Eastern section of Queensland Park. Throughout the 17th and 18th centuries, De Vries Village prospered as a thriving seaport and it became an integral strategic location for General George Washington's army during the Revolutionary War.

18th Century

In 1775, it established itself as a host to many book and newspaper publishing houses, the most successful of which would eventually become known as the Daily Planet.[1] During the "Devil's Winter Siege", the city was defended by Tomahawk's rangers, most notably Dan Hunter, in whose honor the settlement was renamed as Fort Hunter, later Hunterville and later still Hunter City. In 1783, P. Randall Jeffries opened the First Metropolitan Bank, which still exists today, though the corporate headquarters has since moved to the Central Business District in New Troy.[2]

19th Century

In 1847, the borough known as Hob's Bay became a bustling merchant center, as well as a hotbed for bigotry and intolerance, particularly against the rising influx of Irish immigrants. Mission worker Edna Luthor became a strong voice among the struggling workers, and she publicly preached a message of tolerance and love. Like many in the Luthor bloodline, Edna was a visionary whose convictions and strong sense of morality would help pave the way for Metropolis' future. These values were passed along to her grandson, Wallace Luthor who operated the Luthor Steel Works during the turn of the century.[3]

20th Century

In 1905 Hunter City became home to a noted adventurer, inventor and science hero: Waldo Glenmorgan. Glenmorgan began a trend of scientific prowess which culminated in the city changing its name to "Metropolis". This name change propelled the city towards its current position as the City of Tomorrow.[4]

Points of Interest

The Six Boroughs

Neighborhoods

Waterways

Parks and Recreational areas

Businesses

Museums

  • Jules Verne Extra-Terrestrial Museum
  • Lena Luthor Science Explorarium
  • Metropolis Museum of Art
  • Superman Museum (30th century)

Laboratories

Media

News, television and radio

Metropolis map

Map of Metropolis

Other Locations

Sports Teams

Metropolis has had many pro and amateur sports teams, treated with little continuity.

Baseball

Basketball

Football

Hockey

Residents

Heroes

The following is a list of super-heroes known to have either lived and/or operated out of Metropolis at some point in their lives. This list includes characters who are germain to both Pre-Crisis and Post-Crisis versions of Metropolis.

Villains

The following is a list of super-villains known to have either lived and/or operated out of Metropolis at some point in their lives. This list includes characters who are germain to both Pre-Crisis and Post-Crisis versions of Metropolis.

Other People

The following is a list of civilians known to have either lived and/or operated out of Metropolis at some point in their lives. This list includes characters who are germain to both Pre-Crisis and Post-Crisis versions of Metropolis.

Notes

See Also

  1. ↑ Zero Hour: Crisis in Time #0 (timeline)
  2. ↑ DC Atlas
  3. ↑ Superman: Y2K #1
  4. ↑ Superman: Secret Files 2009 #1
  5. ↑ Superboy (Volume 2) #22
  6. ↑ World's Finest #67
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