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Nybro's importance as a center of trade and manufacturing increased gradually during the first half of the 19th century. In 1865 Nybro achieved market town status. During the 1870's. the railway reached Nybro and Kalmar, something which meant a financial and demographical increase. In 1932, Nybro had grown so much that it acheived town status. The increase in population terms continued until the 1970's, but has since decreased. The previous villages Hanemåla and Madesjö is nowadays a part of the town.
