A Brief History of Birmingham

The city of Birmingham, Alabama was founded in June of 1871 to be a hub of industry and trade and was modeled after the city of Birmingham in the Great Britain. But soon after the great depression depleted all the investment and it is not until the year 1912 the city started forming its deep roots.

Wikimedia/Birmingham Lights

A View of Downtown Birmingham - circa 1916
Detail from a panoramic photograph

Growth of Steel Industry

Availability of iron ore, limestone and coal  drove much of Birmingham's growth and development and it came to be known as the "The Steel City". Many areas are still named as Bessemer (after the Bessemer converter), Irondale  remind today of this legacy.

The Civil Rights Era

Emergence of UAB and Healthcare Industries

Present Day Birmingham

Present day Birmingham is a modern, vibrant, "under the radar" city that has all the amenities of a cosmopolitan city and the charm of the old south. There's greenery everywhere. The mountainous landscape and the Cahaba River provide for excellent nature views and beautiful backdrop for a relaxed family living.

Some Famous People of Birmingham

• Martin Luther King Jr. preached in Birmingham
• Condaleeza Rice grew up in Birmingham
• Courteney Cox -- The actress who played Monica in the popular series "Friends"
• Basketball Player Charles Barkley
• Ruben Studdard, 2003 American Idol winner