That's interesting.
My cousin's best high school friend was Armenian, married another Armenian, and moved to the Valley in the 1970’s.
I hadn't realized they are a distinctive ethnic group in Southern California.
Western and Central New York and Souvr’n Cali have Armenians ~
They dominate Glendale and have a big presence in the rest of the Valley. I moved out of NoHollywood in ‘05 after being there 15 years.
Had never heard of Armenians ‘til we moved there in ‘90 where there was an Armenian family downstairs from us that was wonderful. The smell of their cooking could drive you crazy! Incredible!
There was an Armenian owned body shop next to the motorcycle shop I worked at in Van Nuys ran by a great family.
Interestingly enough, both families warned me not to trust Armenians. Never had any trouble with Armenians or their gangs. Now latino gang bangers and Russian thugs are a whole nother story.