The settling of Fresno County was not without its conflicts, land disputes, and natural disasters.

Armenians were the largest minority group in Fresno County.

Parts of its territory were given to Fresno County in 1856.

Helm was the largest individual sheep grower in Fresno County.

Fresno County, Calif., $70 million of transportation authority revenue bonds.

Fresno County, just up the road, was richer still.

He served as district attorney of Fresno County 1907-1913.

Seasonal farm work means Fresno County has one of the nation's highest unemployment rates - about 15 percent in a good month.

Last is a former settlement in Fresno County, California.

Established as an army outpost in 1851, it became the seat of Fresno County in 1867.