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South Bend, Indiana

Located in St. Joseph County, Indiana, South Bend was established in 1831. Pete Buttigieg was mayor of South Bend before becoming Transportation Secretary. Studebaker wagons and cars were built in South Bend for over a century.
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Founded 1831 | Population 104,000 | Peak 104,000 (2024) | County St. Joseph County

Top 10 Most Important Events for South Bend, Indiana

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1831 Founded: South Bend was founded as a maritime community in St. Joseph County.
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1842 Notre Dame Founded: University of Notre Dame established nearby.
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1852 Studebaker Brothers: Wagon/auto maker makes South Bend industrial hub.
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1963 Studebaker Closes: Auto plant closure devastates economy.
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2012 Pete Buttigieg Elected Mayor: Later becomes presidential candidate and Transportation Secretary.
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Latest News in South Bend

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Complete Historical Timeline

1831 Culture
Founded
1842 Culture
Notre Dame Founded
1852 Industry
Studebaker Brothers
1963 Business
Studebaker Closes
2012 Politics
Pete Buttigieg Elected Mayor

Did You Know?

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Pete Buttigieg was mayor of South Bend before becoming Transportation Secretary.
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Studebaker wagons and cars were built in South Bend for over a century.
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Notre Dame football's 'Touchdown Jesus' mural is iconic in college sports.
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South Bend is located in St. Joseph County, Indiana.
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South Bend was founded in 1831.

Famous People from South Bend, Indiana

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Pete Buttigieg
Politician, Minister · Born Jan 19, 1982 · Age 44
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Eric F. Wieschaus
Biologist, University Teacher · Born Jun 8, 1947 · Age 78
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Vivica A. Fox
Actor, Television Producer · Born Jul 30, 1964 · Age 61
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Dean Norris
Actor, Television Actor · Born Apr 8, 1963 · Age 62
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Janice E. Voss
Astronaut, Engineer · Born Oct 8, 1956 · Died Feb 6, 2012 (age 55)

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I
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FW
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E
Evansville
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C
Carmel
Pop. 104,000
F
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Pop. 103,000
H
Hammond
Pop. 75,000
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