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Interested in fun facts and the history of Norwalk, CA?
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Here are a few facts about Norwalk, California and nearby historical events:
1. The city of Norwalk was founded in the late 19th century and was primarily an agricultural community until the mid-20th century.
2. The Norwalk Railroad Station was built in 1881 and is now a historic landmark in the city. It was an important transportation hub for the local farming industry and travelers from Los Angeles.
3. Norwalk was the site of the first air raid on the continental United States during World War II. On February 25, 1942, a Japanese submarine launched a bombing raid on an oil refinery near the city.
4. The Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District operates several schools in Norwalk, including Norwalk High School, which is known for its successful marching band program.
5. Norwalk is home to several parks and recreation areas, including the Norwalk Arts and Sports Complex and the Norwalk Community Center.
6. The city is also home to the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk headquarters, which oversees voter registration and public records for the county.
7. Nearby cities include Cerritos, Downey, Santa Fe Springs, and Whittier.