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Paramount, California

Located in Los Angeles County, California, Paramount was established in 1957. Originally called Hynes, renamed in 1948. Not named after Paramount Pictures.
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Founded 1957 | Population 55,000 | Peak 55,000 (2024) | County Los Angeles County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Paramount, California

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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Paramount's identity and economy.
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1957 Founded: Paramount was founded as a maritime community in Los Angeles County.
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1957 Incorporated: Originally Hynes.
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2010 Modern Era: Paramount continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1942 Government
Military Presence
1957 Culture
Founded
1957 Government
Incorporated
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Originally called Hynes, renamed in 1948.
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Not named after Paramount Pictures.
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SE LA County community near Compton and South Gate.
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Paramount is located in Los Angeles County, California.
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Paramount was founded in 1957.

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