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Largo, Florida

Located in Pinellas County, Florida, Largo was established in 1905. 'Largo' means wide or broad in Spanish. Central location in Pinellas County.
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Founded 1905 | Population 83,000 | Peak 83,000 (2024) | County Pinellas County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Largo, Florida

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1885 Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Largo.
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1905 Founded: Tampa Bay area community.
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1960 Parks & Recreation: Largo developed parks and recreational facilities that became central to community life.
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2000 Pinellas Suburb: Central Pinellas County.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1885 Transport
Railroad Era
1905 Culture
Founded
1960 Culture
Parks & Recreation
2000 Business
Pinellas Suburb

Did You Know?

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'Largo' means wide or broad in Spanish.
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Central location in Pinellas County.
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Near both Clearwater and St. Petersburg beaches.
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Largo was founded in 1905.
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Largo has a population of approximately 83,000.

Famous People from Largo, Florida

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