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Spartanburg, South Carolina

Located in Spartanburg County, South Carolina, Spartanburg was founded in 1785. Named for Spartan Regiment. BMW plant nearby in Greer.
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Founded 1785 | Population 40,000 | Peak 40,000 (2024) | County Spartanburg County

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1785 Founded: Upstate SC.
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1835 Economic Development: Spartanburg grew through the automobile industry.
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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Spartanburg's character and economy.
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2010 Modern Era: Spartanburg continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1785 Culture
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1835 Industry
Economic Development
1890 Culture
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2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Named for Spartan Regiment.
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Multiple colleges.
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BMW plant nearby in Greer.
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Spartanburg is located in Spartanburg County, South Carolina.
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Spartanburg was founded in 1785.

Famous People from Spartanburg, South Carolina

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William Westmoreland
Politician, Army Officer · Born Mar 26, 1914 · Died Jul 18, 2005 (age 91)
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Celia Weston
Actor, Stage Actor · Born Dec 14, 1951 · Age 74
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Gina Tolleson
Model, Beauty Pageant Contestant · Born Mar 26, 1969 · Age 56
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David Daniels
Singer, Opera Singer · Born Mar 12, 1966 · Age 59
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The One Man Gang
Prison Warden, Professional Wrestler · Born Feb 12, 1960 · Age 66

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