🇺🇸 Cook County, United States

Cook County is a county located in the state of Illinois, United States. It is the most populous county in the state, with a population of over 5 million people. While it is not a city itself, it includes the city of Chicago, which is a major hub for seafarers, shipowners, and crewing companies. The Port of Chicago is an important inland port located on Lake Michigan, providing access to the Great Lakes and international shipping routes.