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Dallas, Texas is a relatively young city when compared to others in the state. That doesn't make its history any less rich. Dallas has seen a lot in a relatively short amount of time. Founded in 1839 by a lawyer from Tennessee, Dallas soon grew when the railroad was brought to the area. By the mid 1900's, Dallas was known as an oil town, becoming a substantial financial and corporate city in support of this growing industry. It also became home to Southern Methodist University, one of the nation's best ranked universities. more...
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