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Located in Gregg County, Texas, Longview was established in 1870. East Texas oil field was once world's largest. Sits in piney woods of East Texas.
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Founded 1870 | Population 82,000 | Peak 82,000 (2024) | County Gregg County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Longview, Texas

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1870 Railroad Town: East TX hub.
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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Longview's character and economy.
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1930 East Texas Oil Field: Massive oil discovery.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Longview's identity and economy.
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2010 Modern Era: Longview continued to develop as part of the region, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1870 Transport
Railroad Town
1890 Culture
Higher Education
1930 Industry
East Texas Oil Field
1942 Government
Military Presence
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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East Texas oil field was once world's largest.
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Sits in piney woods of East Texas.
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LeTourneau University is here.
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Longview is located in Gregg County, Texas.
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Longview was founded in 1870.

Famous People from Longview, Texas

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José Francisco Torres
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Karen Silkwood
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