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Azusa, California

Located in Los Angeles County, California, Azusa was established in 1898. Azusa Pacific University is here. At the mouth of San Gabriel Canyon.
Founded 1898 | Population 50,000 | Peak 50,000 (2024) | County Los Angeles County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Azusa, California

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1885Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Azusa.
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1898Founded: Azusa was founded as a railroad town in Los Angeles County.
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1898Incorporated: Foothill community.
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2010Modern Era: Azusa continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1885 Transport
Railroad Era
1898 Culture
Founded
1898 Government
Incorporated
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Azusa Pacific University is here.
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At the mouth of San Gabriel Canyon.
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Motto: 'Everything from A to Z in the USA.'.
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Azusa is located in Los Angeles County, California.
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Azusa was founded in 1898.

Famous People from Azusa, California

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Hedaya Malak
Taekwondo Athlete · Born Apr 21, 1993 · Age 32
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Tatiana Suarez
Mixed Martial Arts Fighter, Amateur Wrestler · Born Dec 19, 1990 · Age 35
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Adore Delano
Photographer, Actor · Born Sep 29, 1989 · Age 36
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