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Bradenton, Florida

Located in Manatee County, Florida, Bradenton was established in 1842. IMG Academy, the elite sports training facility, is in Bradenton. Hernando de Soto's 1539 expedition may have landed nearby.
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Founded 1842 | Population 60,000 | Peak 60,000 (2024) | County Manatee County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Bradenton, Florida

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1539De Soto: Hernando de Soto possibly landed here.
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1842Founded: Bradenton was founded as a railroad town in Manatee County.
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1855Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Bradenton.
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1927IMG Academy: Elite sports academy.
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1942Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Bradenton's identity and economy.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1539 Culture
De Soto
1842 Culture
Founded
1855 Transport
Railroad Era
1927 Sports
IMG Academy
1942 Government
Military Presence

Did You Know?

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IMG Academy, the elite sports training facility, is in Bradenton.
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Hernando de Soto's 1539 expedition may have landed nearby.
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Manatee County seat on the Gulf Coast.
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Bradenton was founded in 1842.
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Bradenton has a population of approximately 60,000.

Famous People from Bradenton, Florida

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Sebastian Korda
Tennis Player · Born Jul 5, 2000 · Age 25
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Nelly Korda
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Christian Harrison
Tennis Player · Born May 29, 1994 · Age 31
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Greg Steube
Lawyer, Politician · Born May 19, 1978 · Age 47
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Whitney Osuigwe
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