California turns 175: Here’s some interesting things about the Golden State

California turns 175: Here’s some interesting things about the Golden State

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CALIFORNIA On Sept. 9, 1850, California was admitted as the 31st state in the union. Here are a few things to celebrate about our 175-year-old home. State flag history On June 14, 1846, rebellious settlers marched on the Mexican garrison at Sonoma. They declared California to be a republic independent of Mexico. This became known as the Bear Flag Revolt, named for the hastily designed flag depicting a grizzly and a five-point sta…