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Marion, Iowa

Located in Linn County, Iowa, Marion was established in 1839. Adjacent to Cedar Rapids. Francis Marion Swamp Fox.
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Founded 1839 | Population 40,000 | Peak 40,000 (2024) | County Linn County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Marion, Iowa

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1839 Founded: CR suburb.
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1855 Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Marion.
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1889 Economic Development: Marion grew through manufacturing and industry.
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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Marion's character and economy.
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2010 Modern Era: Marion continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Latest News in Marion

May 9, 2016
Struggling Republican Bush Brings Out Big Gun his Mom
Washington, D.C. – In a bid to revive his flagging presidential campaign, Jeb Bush turned to an unlikely ally on May 9, 2016…
Apr 17, 2016
Bill Clinton Hits Iowa Democratic Primary Intensifies
IOWA CITY, Iowa — On April 17, 2016, former President Bill Clinton hit the campaign trail in Iowa, stumping hard for his wife, H…
Mar 13, 2016
Poll Clinton Regains Lead Battleground State Iowa
Des Moines, Iowa (March 13, 2016) — Hillary Clinton bounced back in a big way this week, reclaiming the lead in Iowa according t…
Feb 27, 2016
Hillary Clinton Barely Wins Iowa Caucus Virtual Tie Bernie Sanders
DES MOINES, Iowa – Hillary Clinton eked out a razor-thin victory in the Iowa Democratic Caucus on February 1, 2016, leaving the …
Feb 24, 2016
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Feb 6, 2016
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New Hampshire, February 6, 2016 – In the thick of the Republican presidential primary, Donald Trump didn’t hold back as he…

Complete Historical Timeline

1839 Culture
Founded
1855 Transport
Railroad Era
1889 Industry
Economic Development
1890 Culture
Higher Education
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Adjacent to Cedar Rapids.
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Francis Marion Swamp Fox.
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Linn County.
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Marion was founded in 1839.
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Marion has a population of approximately 40,000.

Famous People from Marion, Iowa

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Frank Lanning
Actor · Born Aug 14, 1872 · Died Jun 17, 1945 (age 72)

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