Derry, New Hampshire

Derry is a town located in Rockingham County, New Hampshire. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 34,021.

History

First settled by Europeans in 1719, Derry was not incorporated until 1827. For a long time it was part of neighboring Londonderry. It was named for Derry, Ireland.

Related Topics:
1719 - 1827 - Londonderry - Derry - Ireland

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As recently as World War II, Derry was a sleepy farming community. The post-war suburban boom, its proximity to Boston in the south and Manchester to the northwest, and the construction of Interstate 93 through town led to a huge population boom. Although this growth has slowed somewhat, the population of Derry still increased by 15 percent during the 1990s.

Related Topics:
World War II - Suburban - Boston - Manchester - Interstate 93 - 1990s

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