Is there still gold in California? Why the gold rush lives on 200 years later
More than 150 years after the gold rush first began, fueling Stockton's rapid growth, many are still digging for riches all ...
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The Discovery of Gold on This Date in 1848 at Sutter’s Creek Kicked Off the California Gold Rush and Transformed America
Between 1848 and 1855, California produced an estimated 750,000 pounds of gold. After that the take gradually declined, and ...
The Australian Gold Rush
In 1851, gold was discovered in Australia. How did the gold rush shape the country?
Deseret News archives: Gold discovered at Sutter’s Mill in 1848, creating more westward rush
On Jan. 24, 1848, gold was found in California's American River. Mormon pioneers, members of Mormon Battalion were among the ...
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The Places Where Gold Can Still Be Found in America
Searching for gold in America with a metal detector is a favorite pastime for thousands who dream of striking it rich.
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This Day in History on January 24: California Gold Rush Begins
Welcome to January 24, a day that has witnessed a multitude of significant events throughout history, shaping politics, ...
California Historical Society to Dissolve and Transfer Collections to Stanford
The society faced financial challenges that were exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic. Its nearly 600,000 items stretch ...
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Underground History
January 8, 2025 • When we speak of The Gold Rush in American history, we usually mean the one in California, following the discovery of gold in 1849. That one still gets the headlines ...
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Six Flags Over Georgia announces new thrill ride debuting this spring
Six Flags Over Georgia is coming back this spring with a new thrill ride that's a special nod to the Peach State's history.