A trade crossroads dating back to Native American times; Santa Clarita may be relatively new in the story of Los Angeles County�s suburban sprawl; but old-timers also recall it as the �Navel of the Universe.� A Chinese general once declared the Santa Clarita Valley one of the top 10 military targets on Earth. Located east of the Ventura County line where the valley creates a break in the Angeles National Forest; Santa Clarita has been home to cowboys; movie stars; farmers; and pistol fighters. With a diverse population of 250;000 today; the Santa Clarita Valley still boasts an eclectic heritage. The West�s first major oil refinery is located here. The ground was bloodied by at least 21 deaths in one of America�s last and greatest range wars. And local lore has maintained that the world�s largest grizzly bear; weighing more than a ton; was shot here.
#2466739 in eBooks 2007-09-26 2007-09-26File Name: B0099ISMSQ
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. O.KBy William SimmonsGood book. Could have a little more text and local history. But Good overall.Nice photos brings back memories.Good job.Very nice.
