This issue tells the story of how, as the result of a series of tumultuous events, California was transformed from a territory of Mexico into the thirty-first state in the union. Also featured is the tale of how Sacramento became our state capitol after Monterey, San Jose, and Benicia briefly served. Readers then take a walking tour of the capital and see our state legislators at work shaping our future.
Special features tell the stories behind the state flag, seal, and motto.
We'll also look at celebrations marking the sesquicentennial, the 150th anniversary of Statehood, in various parts of the state.