Minter Village, California facts for kids
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Minter Village
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 Minter Village
Location in California
Minter Village
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Kern County |
| Elevation | 423 ft (129 m) |
Minter Village is a small place in Kern County, California. It is called an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that are not part of an official city or town. Instead, it's managed by the county government.
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Discover Minter Village
Minter Village is located about 13 miles (21 km) northwest of Bakersfield. It sits at an elevation of 423 feet (129 meters) above sea level. This quiet community has an interesting past connected to an old airfield.
A Look Back: Minter Field's Story
Minter Village has a special history that began during World War II. Before it was a village, this area was home to a very important place called Minter Field.
Airfield in World War II
Minter Field was an airfield used by the United States Army Air Corps. During World War II, it was a busy training center for pilots and aircrews. Many brave people learned to fly and prepare for their missions here.
From Airfield to Village
After World War II ended, Minter Field was no longer needed as a military base. It was deactivated, meaning it was closed down. In 1946, just after the war, Minter Village was founded. It grew up on the land that was once the airfield. For a time, the community even had its own post office.
