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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Founded1904|Population71,000|Peak71,000(2024)|CountyCameron County
Top 10 Most Important Events for Harlingen, Texas
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1904Railroad Town: Named for a Dutch city.
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1941Military Base: Harlingen Army Air Field.
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1960Parks & Recreation: Harlingen developed parks and recreational facilities that became central to community life.
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2000RGV Hub: Rio Grande Valley commercial center.
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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.
Famous People from Harlingen, Texas
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Bobby Morrow
Farmer, Sprinter · Born Oct 15, 1935 · Died May 30, 2020 (age 84)
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Nick Stahl
Actor, Stage Actor · Born Dec 5, 1979 · Age 46
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Beth Nielsen Chapman
Singer, Pianist · Born Sep 14, 1958 · Age 67
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Filemon Vela
Lawyer, Politician · Born Feb 13, 1963 · Age 63
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