San Bernardino, CA
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About San Bernardino
- • Singer Etta James, known for "At Last", was born in San Bernardino.
- • The first McDonald's restaurant was founded in 1940 by the McDonald brothers here.
- • Its strategic location on the Santa Fe Railway helped San Bernardino grow.
- • The city once hosted a major ostrich farm in the early 20th century.
- • The Great Flood of 1862 dramatically altered the Santa Ana River's course.
- • Named after Saint Bernardino of Siena, it was established in 1854.
- • With over 222,000 residents, it's among California's largest cities.
- • At 1,049 feet, it offers moderate altitude, unlike nearby mountain peaks.
- • Healthcare and social assistance are major employers in San Bernardino.
- • There is a resilient, yet hopeful feeling in the air.
- • The Los Angeles Angels, an MLB team, are the closest professional sports team.
- • San Bernardino hosted preliminary events for the 1984 Summer Olympics.