1. Yosemite National Park was established on August 7, 1884. It was the first national park in California and is known for its towering granite cliffs, waterfalls, and diverse wildlife.

2. On August 7, 1942, the Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton was established in San Diego County. Today, it is the largest Marine Corps base in the United States.

3. The city of San Francisco was founded on August 7, 1776, by Spanish colonizers. It was originally named Yerba Buena, but was renamed San Francisco in 1846 after its role in the Mexican-American War.

4. The first major earthquake recorded in California occurred on August 7, 1769. The quake was estimated to be a magnitude 7.0 and was felt throughout much of the state.

5. August 7, 1964, marked the start of the Vietnam War for California's National Guard division. Over 1,500 members of the division were called up for active duty and sent to Vietnam to fight in the conflict.