Montgomery
North America, United States
United States
People from Montgomery are called:
Male/General:
Montgomeryan
Pronunciation:
/mʌntˈɡʌməriən/
Etymology & Origin
Named after Richard Montgomery, an Irish-born American Revolutionary War general who was killed in the Battle of Quebec.
About Montgomery
- Capital city of Alabama since 1846.
- Known as the 'Cradle of the Confederacy' and birthplace of the Civil Rights Movement.
- Home to Maxwell Air Force Base and Air University.
- Located on the Alabama River in the central part of the state.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 198,218 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- United States
- Region:
- North America