Located in Independent City, Virginia, Lynchburg was founded in 1757. Named for ferryman — NOT the word 'lynching.'. Liberty U has 100K+ students (mostly online).
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Founded1757|Population83,000|Peak83,000(2024)|CountyIndependent City
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1757Founded: John Lynch's ferry.
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1852Incorporated: Lynchburg was officially incorporated as a city.
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1971Liberty University: Jerry Falwell founds it.
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2010Modern Era: Lynchburg continued to develop as part of the region, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Named for ferryman — NOT the word 'lynching.'.
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Liberty U has 100K+ students (mostly online).
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Blue Ridge foothills along the James River.
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Lynchburg is located in Independent City, Virginia.
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Lynchburg was founded in 1757.
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