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Despicable Me Halloween – Seymour, Indiana

A straw version of a Despicable Me character the Minion. Part of a homegrown Halloween display in the small, Midwestern town of Seymour, Indiana

The Minions are small, yellow, capsule-shaped creatures that originated in Despicable Me (2010), a film produced by Illumination and distributed by Universal Pictures. Created by Pierre Coffin and Chris Renaud, the Minions serve as the mischievous yet loyal henchmen of the supervillain-turned-hero Gru. Their distinctive look, gibberish-like language (Minionese), and slapstick humor quickly made them a cultural phenomenon. The Minions were initially designed as simple, clumsy sidekicks, but their popularity led to a larger role in the sequels, spin-offs, and extensive merchandise. Their backstory was further explored in Minions (2015), revealing that they have existed for millions of years, evolving to serve the most despicable masters throughout history.

Throughout the Despicable Me franchise, the Minions add comedic relief, often getting into chaotic and hilarious situations due to their naivety and eagerness to help. Some Minions, like Kevin, Stuart, and Bob, have been given more distinct personalities, with Kevin often taking a leadership role, Stuart being playful and rebellious, and Bob being childlike and innocent. Their film Minions: The Rise of Gru (2022) explores their early relationship with a young Gru, showing how they helped shape his journey into villainy. Beyond the films, the Minions have become a global sensation, appearing in video games, theme park attractions, and countless viral memes, solidifying their status as one of the most recognizable animated characters of all time.

Christ Crucifix – Monte Cassino Shrine – St Meinrad, Indiana

Christ Crucifix - Monte Cassino Shrine - St Meinrad, Indiana

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Christ Crucifix. The Monte Cassino religious shrine, part of the St. Meinrad Catholic Archabbey in southwest Indiana, was constructed in 1870. It was named after an archabbey in Italy founded by St. Benedict.

Fort Nelson Plaque – Louisville Kentucky History

Fort Nelson Plaque - Louisville Kentucky History

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A plaque commemorating the founding of the city of Louisville, Kentucky in 1780. Located on the former site of Fort Nelson, the official location of Louisville’s founding by George Rogers Clark. It was the second fort founded in the area, and eventually would be replaced by Fort Finney in 1784. Located on the opposite side of the Ohio River, it was located on the site of what would eventually become Jeffersonville, Indiana.