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Germantown, Tennessee

Located in Shelby County, Tennessee, Germantown was established in 1825. Affluent E Memphis suburb. Germantown Municipal Schools.
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Founded 1825 | Population 40,000 | Peak 40,000 (2024) | County Shelby County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Germantown, Tennessee

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1825Founded: Memphis suburb.
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1875Economic Development: Germantown grew through manufacturing and industry.
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1890Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Germantown's character and economy.
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2010Modern Era: Germantown continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Did You Know?

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Affluent E Memphis suburb.
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Germantown Municipal Schools.
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German settlers.
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Germantown is located in Shelby County, Tennessee.
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Germantown was founded in 1825.

Famous People from Germantown, Tennessee

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Olivia Holt
Actor, Singer · Born Aug 5, 1997 · Age 28
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Austin Hollins
Basketball Player · Born Nov 8, 1991 · Age 34
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Seth Rider
Triathlete · Born Mar 6, 1997 · Age 28
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