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San Jacinto, California

Located in Riverside County, California, San Jacinto was established in 1888. At the base of San Jacinto Peak, one of Southern California's highest mountains. San Jacinto Valley community in Riverside County.
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Founded 1888 | Population 56,000 | Peak 56,000 (2024) | County Riverside County

Top 10 Most Important Events for San Jacinto, California

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1888 Founded: San Jacinto was founded by colonial settlers in Riverside County.
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1888 Incorporated: San Jacinto Valley.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of San Jacinto's identity and economy.
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2010 Modern Era: San Jacinto continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1888 Culture
Founded
1888 Government
Incorporated
1942 Government
Military Presence
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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At the base of San Jacinto Peak, one of Southern California's highest mountains.
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San Jacinto Valley community in Riverside County.
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Not to be confused with the Battle of San Jacinto in Texas.
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San Jacinto was founded in 1888.
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San Jacinto has a population of approximately 56,000.

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Famous People from San Jacinto, California

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Aurelia Henry Reinhardt
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