New Jerusalem, San Joaquin County, California facts for kids
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New Jerusalem
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 New Jerusalem
Location in California
New Jerusalem
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | San Joaquin County |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
New Jerusalem is an unincorporated community in San Joaquin County, California. It is located 8 miles (13 km) southeast of Tracy, at an elevation of 59 feet (18 m), and hosts the New Jerusalem Airport.
History
New Jerusalem takes its name from New Jerusalem School, founded in 1874. Local pioneer Henry Ebe, whose family were Dunkard Brethren, donated the land for the school, stipulating that it take that name.
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