Alexandria Ward One , United States

Alexandria is a city in and the parish seat of Rapides Parish, Louisiana, United States. It lies on the south bank of the Red River in almost the exact geographic center of the state. It is the principal city of the Alexandria metropolitan area (population 153,922) which encompasses all of Rapides and Grant parishes.  Home to the Alexandria Aces, a summer college league team, Alexandria is also known for its museum, arts, historic buildings and sports.

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