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In
1882 Thomas B. Quaw, an entrepreneur, located land along the
new surveyed Northern Pacific railway about ten miles from
Bozeman. He found this property greatly to his liking , and
thus, the community had it’s beginning.
At that time many Europeans financier invested money to complete
the Northern pacific line. As a complimentary notice of appreciation
to the Serbian investors this blind siding, was named Belgrade,
after the capitol of Serbia.
From the turn of the century through
the 1930’s, Belgrade
continued to expand, gaining businesses, professionals and the
trappings of an established community. However, speculation in
the community slowed, the depression took it’s toll, and
Belgrade settled into the quiet farming community it was to remain
for some time.
After World War II, Belgrade began to enjoy prosperity. Existing
businesses expanded and relocated to larger facilities and new
businesses were begun. Belgrade continued to enjoy its excellent
school system and active community members. Then, most businesses
were run by local families with a strong commitment to community.
In the late 1980’s and through the 1990’s, Belgrade
saw tremendous expansion. Although a lot of the faces have changed
in Belgrade and in it’s business community, the strong
commitment to the community continues. Local business people,
city officials, school administrators and community members continue
to work together to attract new businesses and help existing
business expand. At the same time, Belgrade has established itself
as an independent community with excellent services & school
system and an unbeatable living experience of a small town.
Belgrade as been one of the fastest
growing communities in Montana for the last 10 years. Its “open arms” policy
to business, as well as access to transportation and excellent
school system, has attracted everything from manufacturing
to bio tech businesses. It is a great place to live and do
business!
From its colorful past, Belgrade looks forward to an even brighter
future in the 21st century.
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