Discovering The History of Old Town San Diego: The Birthplace of California

Discover the fascinating history of Old Town San Diego, California’s first settlement and the birthplace of the state’s rich heritage. From the arrival of Spanish explorers and the construction of the first mission to its role in the Mexican-American War, Old Town offers a glimpse into the past that shaped modern San Diego. In this video, we’ll take you through the historic streets, iconic landmarks, and stories that bring Old Town San Diego’s history to life. Whether you're a history enthusiast or planning a visit, this video will give you insight into one of California’s most treasured cultural sites.
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[@learnwithlogan]

I love Old Town San Diego and I am thankful for the many memories.

[@johnblack421]

I have lived in Southern California my whole life and I didn’t even know half of these facts of San Diego. Very informative and very well narrated.

[@learnwithlogan]

Thank you! That's very kind of you buddy. Hopefully one day we can all take the train down there and eat some tacos!

[@rev.nathanbiornstad8494]

Another great video!

[@learnwithlogan]

Thank you very much! I am so glad you liked it!

[@jeffbeteta]

One of my favorites as well.

[@learnwithlogan]

I'm glad you like it

[@jeremyday9056]

I found this video after visiting Old Town San Diego a couple of months ago and loved it so much that I wanted to learn more. Thanks for this content! I know San Diego has soooo much to offer, but during our two days there we stayed exclusively in the Point Loma area, visiting Cabrillo National Monument and Old Town. We loved it so much that we didnt get time to see the rest of the city. I will certainly have to return some day.

[@learnwithlogan]

Hi Jeremy, and thank you for the kind words! Old Town San Diego is one of my favorite places in the entire world. You stayed in a great area to get a start on the San Diego experience, and you are right.. there is a lot more! I would suggest searching youtube for some history about the Gaslamp district and the history of Balboa Park. Those are a couple famous locations that have a ton of San Diego history. Thanks for stopping by!

[@medavog]

I subscribed - great info for my LIVE VIDEO - local celebrating 5k subs

[@TheThemattyo1]

Fourth generation san diego native here " Born in 1967 raised and will die... They came with the Bible in their hand....they saw our beautiful land. They taught us how to close our eyes and pray, When writing opened them , we had their Bible and they had our land .

[@learnwithlogan]

Awesome words! Love it. Thank you.

[@SarahStover-n6e]

Street tortillas!

[@learnwithlogan]

I love them!

[@jerryturner3997]

💫San Diego🕊️...🌊...🌄...🌞...

[@learnwithlogan]

It's the best!

[@sbfhawk4343]

Your basically standing on old MEJICO land. Which in many ways its still going to be forever and ever....End of story...Your welcome

[@learnwithlogan]

There's just a little more to it than that...

[@CrankyHermit]

A neglected, pest-ridden corner in the attic of Mexsicko for about a minute and a half in the early 1800s? Get some help, tontuelo.

[@ourfunnyfamilySD]

Better off now that it’s not part of Mexico, you’re welcome 😂

[@sbfhawk4343]

@@ourfunnyfamilySD Yeah which is Mexican land culturally, Historically and if you see the numbers of Mexicans living in California you see right...

[@-C0mr4d3_C0VID]

And before that, Spanish. And before that, Kumeyaay. And before that…