Savannah, California facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Savannah
Former settlement
Savannah Location in California
Country	United States
State	California
County	Los Angeles County
Elevation	276 ft (84 m)

Savannah (sometimes spelled Savanna) was a place that used to exist in Los Angeles County, California. It had a train station, called a rail depot, which was an important stop. This depot was on the Southern Pacific Railroad line. It was located between the towns of San Gabriel and El Monte. Savannah was about 276 feet (84 meters) above sea level.

What Happened to Savannah?

Savannah was a new community that people tried to create in 1887 and 1888. Even though it was planned with a lot of hope, the settlement did not last. The area where the train depot was located is now part of the city of Rosemead.

Savannah's Name Lives On

Even though the original settlement is gone, the name "Savanna" is still used today. You can find it in Savanna High School and the Savanna School District. These are located in Orange County. Orange County used to be part of Los Angeles County until 1889.

Savannah and the Civil War

Savannah was once home to a place called Camp Monte. This was a training camp for state militias. These militias were groups of citizens who trained to be soldiers. They were preparing to join the Civil War.

Camp Monte's Legacy

In 1862, the United States government sent troops to stop the training at Camp Monte. They set up their own camp nearby, called Camp Carleton. Today, Camp Monte is remembered at Savanna High School. Their mascot is "Johnny Rebel," a Civil War-era soldier. There is also a statue of this soldier on the school grounds.