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Plantation, Florida

Located in Broward County, Florida, Plantation was established in 1953. Plantation is one of the largest planned communities in Broward County. Home to DHL's Americas headquarters and other major companies.
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Founded 1953 | Population 95,000 | Peak 95,000 (2024) | County Broward County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Plantation, Florida

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1942Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Plantation's identity and economy.
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1953Planned Community: Frederick Peters develops community.
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1970Broward Suburb Growth: Fort Lauderdale suburban expansion.
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2010Corporate Hub: Major companies establish offices.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1942 Government
Military Presence
1953 Business
Planned Community
1970 Business
Broward Suburb Growth
2010 Business
Corporate Hub

Did You Know?

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Plantation is one of the largest planned communities in Broward County.
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Home to DHL's Americas headquarters and other major companies.
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Named for the tropical plantings throughout the community, not historical plantations.
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Plantation was founded in 1953.
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Plantation has a population of approximately 95,000.

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