In what city was deafness so common that it was not considered a handicap?

In the city of Gallaudet, Washington, D.C., deafness was so prevalent that it was not regarded as a handicap. Gallaudet University, established specifically for the education of the deaf, fostered a vibrant Deaf culture and community, where sign language and visual communication were the norms. As a result, deafness was embraced and integrated into the social fabric, challenging traditional perceptions of disability.