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Clinton Township, Michigan

Located in Macomb County, Michigan, Clinton Township was established in 1818. Clinton Township is a charter township, not a city. One of the most populous townships in Michigan.

Founded 1818 | Population 100,000 | Peak 100,000 (2024) | County Macomb County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Clinton Township, Michigan

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1818 Township Organized: One of oldest Macomb County communities.

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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Clinton Township's identity and economy.

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1950 Auto Suburb: Detroit auto worker suburb.

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2000 Retail Hub: Partridge Creek mall and commercial development.

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Complete Historical Timeline

1818 Government

Township Organized

1942 Government

Military Presence

1950 Business

Auto Suburb

2000 Business

Retail Hub

Did You Know?

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Clinton Township is a charter township, not a city.

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One of the most populous townships in Michigan.

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Named for DeWitt Clinton, builder of the Erie Canal.

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Clinton Township is located in Macomb County, Michigan.

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Clinton Township was founded in 1818.

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