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Sherman, Texas

Located in Grayson County, Texas, Sherman was established in 1846. Near Lake Texoma on the Oklahoma border. Austin College (1849) is here.
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Founded 1846 | Population 47,000 | Peak 47,000 (2024) | County Grayson County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Sherman, Texas

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1846Founded: Named for Gen. Sidney Sherman.
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1860Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Sherman.
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1930Race Riot: 1930 courthouse riot.
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2010Modern Era: Sherman continued to develop as part of the region, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1846 Culture
Founded
1860 Transport
Railroad Era
1930 Crime
Race Riot
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Near Lake Texoma on the Oklahoma border.
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Austin College (1849) is here.
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Named for a Texas Revolution general, not William T. Sherman.
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Sherman is located in Grayson County, Texas.
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Sherman was founded in 1846.
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