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Vernon
Texas is a state located in the Southern and Western regions of the United States of America. The state is second-largest in both area and population behind Alaska and California, respectively. The state's name derives from a word in the Caddoan language of the Hasinai. Texas declared its independence from Mexico in 1836 and existed as the independent Republic of Texas for nearly a decade. Texas is internationally known for its energy and aeronautics industries, and for its ship channel at the Port of Houston, the largest in the U.S. in international commerce and the sixth-largest port in the world.
Vernon is a city in Wilbarger County, Texas, United States. As of the 2000 census, Vernon population was 11,660 and it was 11,077 in the 2005 census estimate. Vernon is the county seat of Wilbarger County. The city has a total area of 21.0 square kilometers. As of the census of 2000, there were 11,660 people, 4,506 households, and 2,946 families residing in the city. The population density was 555.8 per square kilometers.
Vernon is also known as the town of best geographical environment and has traced its origins back to prehistoric times. Today, one can also learn about its history, from its earliest times and can also enjoy its natural beauty concealed by the beautiful landscapes.
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