Roswell, NM
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About Roswell
- • Demi Moore, actress known for roles in "Ghost" and "G.I. Jane", was born in Roswell.
- • The International UFO Museum and Research Center was founded in Roswell in 1991.
- • The alleged 1947 UFO crash made Roswell synonymous with extraterrestrial encounters.
- • Roswell's Wool Bowl is the oldest continuously played high school all-star football game.
- • The Hondo River flood of 1941 caused significant damage and spurred flood control measures.
- • It was named after Roswell Smith, father of a prominent citizen; founded in 1869.
- • With nearly 50,000 residents, it's significantly smaller than Albuquerque.
- • At 3,573 feet, the elevation contributes to its high desert climate.
- • Agriculture, particularly dairy farming and pecan production, drives the economy.
- • Visiting Roswell evokes a sense of curiosity mixed with small-town charm.
- • The Dallas Cowboys, while distant, remain a favorite team in southeast New Mexico.
- • Roswell High School's football team has a storied history of state championships.