California gold rush - Wikipedia
WEBThe California gold rush (1848–1855) was a gold rush that began on January 24, 1848, when gold was found by James W. Marshall at Sutter's Mill in Coloma, California. [1] The news of gold brought approximately 300,000 people to California from the rest of the United States and abroad. [2]
The California Gold Rush - American History Central
WEB2 days ago · The California Gold Rush was the mass migration of Americans and others to California in search of gold, which was discovered at Sutter’s Mill in 1848. It led to California's statehood and is one of the most important events tied to America’s Manifest Destiny and how it shaped the United States.
9 Things You May Not Know About the California Gold Rush
WEBOn January 24, 1848, gold was discovered at Sutter’s Mill in Northern California. Get the facts on the rush for gold that followed. Discover more about the California Gold Rush.
Gold Rush: California, Date & Sutter’s Mill - HISTORY
WEBApr 6, 2010 · The California Gold Rush was sparked by the discovery of gold nuggets in the Sacramento Valley in early 1848 and was arguably one of the most significant events to shape American history...
In a California gold rush town, some Black families are ... - NBC News
WEBJul 22, 2024 · In a town where the California gold rush began, Black families are seeking restitution for land taken from their ancestors to make way for a state park.
California Gold Rush | Definition, History, & Facts | Britannica
WEBSep 11, 2024 · California Gold Rush, rapid influx of fortune seekers in California that began after gold was found at Sutter’s Mill in early 1848 and reached its peak in 1852. According to estimates, more than 300,000 people …
The California Gold Rush | American Experience | PBS
WEBSandwiched between the Louisiana Purchase in 1803 and the Civil War in 1861, the California Gold Rush is considered by many historians to be the most significant event of the first half of...
Who were the original 49ers? The true story of the California Gold Rush
WEBFeb 8, 2024 · A gold miner pans for gold in California, 1885. The state's gold rush only lasted a few years, but some have continued to seek gold there to this day.
California Gold Rush | DPLA - Digital Public Library of America
WEBOn January 24, 1848, carpenter James Marshall discovered gold at Sutter’s Mill, a sawmill on the American River in Coloma, California. This news quickly spread across the country and around the world, igniting the California Gold Rush.
California Gold Rush: The Largest Mass Migration in U.S. History
WEBThe California Gold Rush was the largest mass migration in American history since it brought about 300,000 people to California. It all started on January 24, 1848, when James W. Marshall found gold on his piece of land at Sutter’s Mill in Coloma. The news of gold quickly spread around.
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