Marina Del Rey, CA: How many of these historical facts did you know?

As some of you who have been reading my blog over the years know, not only do I love Marina Del Rey, CA, but that I also live in Marina Del Rey. Once in a while I have written tidbits of history of the Marina, hence it has been a while so I think we are due for a few historical tidbits.

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So let me see how many of knew the answers to these questions?

 

1.       Did you know that Marina Del Rey is the largest man made Marina in the United States?

 

2.       Did you know that there are over 5300 small boat slips in Marina Del Rey?

 

3.       Did you know that Marina Del Rey has a population of around 8000+ people?

 

4.       Did you know that the Shoshone & Tongva Indians were the region’s first residents?

 

5.       Did you know that President Eisenhower signed Public Law 780 making Marina del Rey harbor a federal project?

 

6.       Did you know that when President John F Kennedy signed H.R. 157 into law that Marina Del Rey was officially born?

 

7.       Did you know that Marina Del Rey translated from Spanish means “Harbor of the King”?

 

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4 Comments on Marina Del Rey, CA: How many of these historical facts did you know?

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interesting facts.  Great way to get know a little about your locale
6:31pm • #1
JUN
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697,970 Points 15 Featured Posts Outside Blog Called Shot Master

Great facts, Endre.  I like having the history of an area.  I will be back tomorrow.  Have a great Sunday!
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Stan, I bet you many of the locals do not know all these facts:)

Suzanne, I know you always mention that you enjoy historical trivia!
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Hello Endre -- you are the source for all things Marina del Rey --- have a great week.   
12:28am • #4


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