Gold was discovered in California on January 24, 1849. By 1849, over 40,000 prospectors and miners hoping to find their fortunes. Prospectors arrived from everywhere in the world and had invested fortunes to join the rush for gold and a new life. The 49ers as they would become known required tools, food, clothing, shelter and many say a little too much drink and entertainment.
Golden Opportunity
Mark Twain: “They were rough in those times! They fairly reveled in gold, whiskey, fights, ...
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2016