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Olive Branch, Mississippi

Located in DeSoto County, Mississippi, Olive Branch was established in 1874. One of the fastest-growing cities in Mississippi. Memphis suburb just across the Tennessee border.

Founded 1874 | Population 45,000 | Peak 45,000 (2024) | County DeSoto County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Olive Branch, Mississippi

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1874 Founded: Olive Branch was founded in DeSoto County.

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1874 Incorporated: Memphis suburb in MS.

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1964 Civil Rights Era: The civil rights movement brought significant change to Olive Branch and the region.

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2010 Modern Era: Olive Branch continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.

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Complete Historical Timeline

1874 Culture

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1874 Government

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1964 Politics

Civil Rights Era

2010 Culture

Modern Era

Did You Know?

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One of the fastest-growing cities in Mississippi.

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Memphis suburb just across the Tennessee border.

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DeSoto County community.

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Olive Branch was founded in 1874.

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Olive Branch has a population of approximately 45,000.

Famous People from Olive Branch, Mississippi

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