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Mission, Texas

Located in Hidalgo County, Texas, Mission was established in 1824. Named for the La Lomita Mission, a historic chapel still standing. Known as the 'Home of the Grapefruit' for its citrus industry.
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Founded 1824 | Population 89,000 | Peak 89,000 (2024) | County Hidalgo County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Mission, Texas

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1824 Founded Near Mission: Named for nearby La Lomita Mission.
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1910 Citrus Farming: Irrigation transforms area into citrus groves.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Mission's identity and economy.
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2019 Border Wall Debate: Proposed wall routes through Mission area.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1824 Culture
Founded Near Mission
1910 Business
Citrus Farming
1942 Government
Military Presence
2019 Politics
Border Wall Debate

Did You Know?

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Named for the La Lomita Mission, a historic chapel still standing.
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Known as the 'Home of the Grapefruit' for its citrus industry.
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World Birding Center is located here — the Rio Grande Valley is a top birding destination.
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Mission is located in Hidalgo County, Texas.
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Mission was founded in 1824.

Famous People from Mission, Texas

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Lloyd Bentsen
Judge, Lawyer · Born Feb 11, 1921 · Died May 23, 2006 (age 85)
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Tito Santana
Teacher, Professional Wrestler · Born May 10, 1953 · Age 72
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Tom Landry
Aircraft Pilot, American Football Player · Born Sep 11, 1924 · Died Feb 12, 2000 (age 75)
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Trinidad Silva
Actor, Television Actor · Born Jan 30, 1950 · Died Jul 31, 1988 (age 38)

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