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Battle Creek, Michigan

Located in Calhoun County, Michigan, Battle Creek was established in 1831. Both Kellogg's and Post cereal were founded here. 'Cereal Capital of the World.'.
Founded 1831 | Population 52,000 | Peak 52,000 (2024) | County Calhoun County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Battle Creek, Michigan

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1831Founded: Battle Creek was founded as a railroad town in Calhoun County.
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1855Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Battle Creek.
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1897Post Cereals: C.W. Post.
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1906Kellogg's: Kellogg's cereal.
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2010Modern Era: Battle Creek continued to develop as part of the region, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1831 Culture
Founded
1855 Transport
Railroad Era
1897 Business
Post Cereals
1906 Business
Kellogg's
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Both Kellogg's and Post cereal were founded here.
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'Cereal Capital of the World.'.
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Sojourner Truth spent her final years here.
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Battle Creek is located in Calhoun County, Michigan.
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Battle Creek was founded in 1831.
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