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Johnson County is located in north
central Texas on the southwestern edge of the Dallas-Fort Worth
area. Cleburne, the county seat, is fifty-five miles southwest of
downtown Dallas and twenty-nine miles south of downtown Fort Worth.
No permanent Indian villages had ever
existed in Johnson County. Many tribes could be seen going into and
out of the area however, Tonkawas, Kickapoos, Anadarkos, Caddos, and
Wacos. These tribes were also hunted in the area. In 1851 the Caddo
Indians led an uprising that forced many of the early settlers to
abandon their homes, most of which were burned. No other serious
Indian conflicts occurred.
Most major Christian denominations
established themselves early in Johnson County. The first minister
in the area was Methodist and moved into the area before the county
was formed. Other denominations followed soon thereafter. The
Episcopal Church of the Holy Comforter was started in 1871. In 1877
Seventh-day Adventists began work in Johnson County.
You can do
everything from walks in one the many area parks. The area is filled
with options for bicycling, swimming, fishing, picnics, and scenic
camping trips. Outdoor events rank highest in the area, especially
such things as swimming and boating due to the local area heat.
Cultural events are also big news with many sporting events, fairs,
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