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Harlingen, Texas

Located in Cameron County, Texas, Harlingen was established in 1904. Named after Harlingen in the Netherlands. Major commercial hub for the Rio Grande Valley.
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Founded 1904 | Population 71,000 | Peak 71,000 (2024) | County Cameron County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Harlingen, Texas

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1904 Railroad Town: Named for a Dutch city.
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1941 Military Base: Harlingen Army Air Field.
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1960 Parks & Recreation: Harlingen developed parks and recreational facilities that became central to community life.
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2000 RGV Hub: Rio Grande Valley commercial center.
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Latest News in Harlingen

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Complete Historical Timeline

1904 Transport
Railroad Town
1941 Government
Military Base
1960 Culture
Parks & Recreation
2000 Business
RGV Hub

Did You Know?

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Named after Harlingen in the Netherlands.
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Major commercial hub for the Rio Grande Valley.
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Iwo Jima Memorial/Marine Military Academy is in Harlingen.
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Harlingen is located in Cameron County, Texas.
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Harlingen was founded in 1904.

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