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Gold Rush American History:     more books (101)

The California Gold Rush: (Reissue) (Landmark Book) by May McNeer, 1987-06-12 The California Gold Rush in American History by Linda Jacobs Altman, 1997-10 A Timeline of the California Gold Rush (American History Flashpoints!) by Kerri O'Donnell, 2009-04-03 The California Gold Rush (American History Series) by Cindy Barden, 2001-07 Strike It Rich in Cripple Creek: Gold Rush (American History Through Primary Sources) by Leni Donlan, 2007-01-15 Landmarks of American History (The California Gold Rush, #7) by May McNeer, 1950 The California Gold Rush (American History for Kids Cobblestone ) Jewish Voices of the California Gold Rush: A Documentary History, 1849-1880 (American Jewish Civilization Series) The California Gold Rush (1961) (American Heritage Junior Library) The California Gold Rush (Landmark Events in American History) by Michael V. Uschan, 2002-12 The Gold Rush (American Adventure) by Sally Senzell Isaacs, 2003-08 Days of Gold: The California Gold Rush and the American Nation by Malcolm J. Rohrbough, 1998-10-15 Gold Rush Of 1849,The (Spotlight on American History) by A.Blake/P.Dailey, 1995-03-01 Guns of the Wild West: Firearms of the American Frontier, 1849-1917 : The Handguns, Longarms and Shotguns of the Gold Rush, the American Civil War, by George Markham, 1993-10

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1. California's Natural Resources: A Brief History Of The Gold Rush
   history of San Francisco gold rushera Street Names, by Henry C. Carlisle. From the Diary of Alvin Coffey, African american  
   http://ceres.ca.gov/ceres/calweb/geology/goldrush.html
   
   Extractions: In January of 1848, James Marshall had a work crew camped on the American River at Coloma near Sacramento. The crew was building a saw mill for John Sutter. On the cold, clear morning of January 24, Marshall found a few tiny gold nuggets. Thus began one of the largest human migrations in history as a half-million people from around the world descended upon California in search of instant wealth. The first printed notice of the discovery was in the March 15 issue of "The Californian" in San Francisco. Shortly after Marshall's discovery, General John Bidwell discovered gold in the Feather River and Major Pearson B. Reading found gold in the Trinity River. The Gold Rush was soon in full sway. In 1849, quartz mining began at the Mariposa mine in Mariposa County. Gold deposits were often found inside quartz veins. In 1850, California became a state. Also that year, gold-bearing quartz was found at Gold Hill in Grass Valley. This led to the development of the great underground mines in that district and a major industry the continued for more than 100 years. In 1851, Gold was discovered in Greenhorn Creek, Kern County. This discovery led to the rush to the upper Kern River region. By 1852, California's annual gold production reach a then all-time high of $81 million.

2. California, First Person Narratives: General Collections
   Firstperson narratives of California's early years, 1849 - 1900.Category Regional North America Society and Culture history the formative era of California's history through eyewitness covers the dramatic decadesbetween the gold rush and the and a place of uniquely american dreams.  
   http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/cbhtml/cbhome.html
   
   Extractions: Rare Book and Special Collections Division Search Authors Subjects ... "California as I Saw It:" First-Person Narratives of California's Early Years, 1849-1900 consists of the full texts and illustrations of 190 works documenting the formative era of California's history through eyewitness accounts. The collection covers the dramatic decades between the Gold Rush and the turn of the twentieth century. It captures the pioneer experience; encounters between Anglo-Americans and the diverse peoples who had preceded them; the transformation of the land by mining, ranching, agriculture, and urban development; the often-turbulent growth of communities and cities; and California's emergence as both a state and a place of uniquely American dreams. The production of this collection was supported by a generous grant from the David and Lucile Packard Foundation. The mission of the Library of Congress is to make its resources available and useful to Congress and the American people and to sustain and preserve a universal collection of knowledge and creativity for future generations. The goal of the Library's National Digital Library Program is to offer broad public access to a wide range of historical and cultural documents as a contribution to education and lifelong learning. The Library of Congress presents these documents as part of the record of the past. These primary historical documents reflect the attitudes, perspectives, and beliefs of different times. The Library of Congress does not endorse the views expressed in these collections, which may contain materials offensive to some readers.

3. Today In History: January 24
   construction of a sawmill on the american River Brown, California gold; An AuthenticHistory of the The gold rush began in earnest only after President James  
   http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/today/jan24.html
   
   Extractions: California Gold: Folk Music from the Thirties, 1938-1940 "Just when we had got partly to work . . . Mr. Marshall with his old wool hat in hand . . . exclaimed, 'Boys, I have got her now,'" James S. Brown recalled: I . . . jumped from the pit and stepped to him, and on looking in his hat discovered say ten or twelve pieces of small scales of what proved to be gold. I picked up the largest piece, worth about fifty cents, and tested it with my teeth, and as it did not give, I held it aloft and exclaimed, "gold, boys, gold!" At that they all dropped their tools and gathered around. James Stephens Brown, California As I Saw It: First-Person Narratives, 1849-1900 Previous claims of gold in California had proven disappointing, and Marshall's find was met with skepticism at first. The "gold rush" began in earnest only after President James Polk endorsed the discovery in December 1848. Prospectors heading to California the following year were dubbed "forty-niners."

4. Chinese American History Timeline
   Timeline covers the major events in Chineseamerican history from the California gold rush of 1848 to the Immigration Reform Act of 1995.  
   http://online.sfsu.edu/~ericmar/catimeline.html

5. Colorado Historic Sites - Gold Mines
   Information on a tour focusing on the gold rush history in Colorado.  
   http://www.web-xpres.com/stcfgeagles.htm
   
   Extractions: The American Eagles mine and surrounding area have been restored by the Cripple Creek/Victor Gold Mining Co. Winfield Scott Stratton bought the Eagles in 1895. The American Eagles shaft was the deepest in the district at over 1,540 feet. It was, and still is the highest mine in the district at 10,570 feet. From the overlook you can see most of the CC/V mining operation, Goldfield and Independence as well as Collegiate Mountains. T

6. California's Gold Rush Country: Virtual Tour
   Features diary entries, commentary, and colorful photos of the american River and landmarks from famous trails. Based on Leslie Kelley's book. american River, on January 24, 1848, changed the course of world history. Hundreds of thousands of gold seekers from all over the world joined in the rush  
   http://www.goldrush1849.com/virtual.html
   
   Extractions: Gold, gold, gold, from the American River! January 24, 1848. Sutter's Mill, California. "Monday 24th this day some kind of mettle was found in the tail race that looks like goald first discovered by James Martial the Boss of the Mill." This simple entry, written by Henry Bigler in his diary on January 24, 1848, records the momentous discovery of gold at the edge of the South Fork of the American River by James W. Marshall. May 12, 1848. San Francisco, California. Sam Brannan, a San Francisco entrepreneur and newspaperman, walked the streets of San Francisco, holding up a bottle filled with gold nuggets, and shouted, "Gold, gold, gold, from the American River." The Streets of San Francisco were soon empty as almost every citizen some 800 in total headed for the gold fields. James W. Marshall discovered the gold. Sam Brannan created the rush. Gold Discovery Site on the American River December 5, 1848. Washington, D.C. President James K. Polk, in his annual message to Congress, wrote: The accounts of an abundance of gold are of such an extraordinary character, as would scarcely command belief were they not corroborated by the authentic reports of officers in the public service.

7. California Gold Rush - Gold Rush Of 1849
   the gold rush Learn about the history behind the experience between the time of thegold rush and turn through the Library of Congress' american Memory Project  
   http://americanhistory.about.com/cs/goldrush/

8. Going To California: 49ers And The Gold Rush
   However, the impact of the gold rush on american history cannot be overestimated.The gold rush reinforced the idea of Manifest Destiny.  
   http://americanhistory.about.com/library/weekly/aa090901a.htm
   
   Extractions: James Marshall found gold while working for John Sutter The first lucky arrivals were able to find nuggets of gold in the streambeds. These people made quick fortunes. It was a unique time in history where individuals with literally nothing to their name could become extremely wealthy. The gold was free for whoever was lucky enough to find it. It is no surprise that gold fever hit so heavily. Yet the majority of those who made the trek out West were not so lucky. The individuals who became the richest were in fact not these early miners but were instead entrepreneurs who created businesses to support all of the prospectors. It is easy to think of all the essentials this mass of humanity would need in order to live. Businesses sprang up to meet their needs. Some of these businesses are still around today including Levi Strauss and Wells Fargo.

9. Californian Gold Rush - Books On American History
   California gold rush and the New american Dream by tells the story of the Californiagold rush through rollicking James Marshall's discovery of gold at Coloma  
   http://www.dropbears.com/b/broughsbooks/history/gold_rush.htm

10. California Gold Rush, African American History, Interracial Friendship, Jewish I
    1 and up Read Alone Level Grade 2 and up Themes California gold rush, AfricanAmerican history, Interacial Friendship, Jewish Interest, Bravery, Slavery.  
    http://www.leeandlow.com/books/fhill.html
    
    Extractions: In the 1850s, during the time of the California Gold Rush, Rosabel and Sophie become best friends because they are both outsiders. Rosabel is African American and Sophie is Jewish. Rosabel has freedom papers, but her mother, Miz Violet, is a runaway slave. They have escaped to California, where slavery is against the law. But Miz Violet is not completely safe. The Fugitive Slave Act allows runaway slaves to be captured and returned to their owners.

11. Determination, Friendship (intergenerational And Interracial), Music, African Am
    american Slave Narratives An Online Anthology A great site to listen to audio Ethnicityof the California gold rush history Part three of this site offers an  
    http://www.leeandlow.com/books/fhill1.html

12. US History Lesson Plans
    Grade 5, THINKQUEST SITES history. 8thGrade, William Penn. The american Colonies,Revolution Timeline. Wild West, gold rush, Resources. THINKQUEST SITES history.  
    http://members.aol.com/MrDonnHistory/American.html

13. TeachPDLaw's American History To 1870
    America's Westhistory Development Wonderful site on the history of the West. TheDonner Party. The american Experience-The Donner Party. The gold rush.  
    http://members.aol.com/teachpdlaw/amhist.htm
    
    Extractions: To quickly jump to the area of your choice you can use these hyperlinks General Historical References Historic American Documents Native Americans Age of Discovery ... The Civil War General Historical References PARKNET - The National Parks of America The History of Money Ever wonder about the evolution of our money? This site will help Fundamental Facts About U.S. Money American History Areas History of the Pledge of Allegiance The History Net ... Daily Almanacs Another source for finding what happened on various days in history Historic American Documents U.S. Historical Documents U.S. Founding Documents The Declaration of Independence, Constitution and Federalist Papers including scans of the originals Listing of Historical Documents Just about every American historical document available U.S. Historical Documents Archive Avalon Project at Yale A massive collection of historic documents many dealing with the Confederate States of America The Federalist Papers History of the Declaration of Independence The Declaration of Independence Read the Declaration plus a list of the signers Declaring Independence: Drafting the Document Learn about the drafting of this document We The People-The United States Constitution Bill Of Rights US Constitution Overview Emancipation Proclamation ... Gettysburg Address Read about and see the many versions of this document Constitution of the Confederate States of America Native Americans

14. San Francisco History By Subject - Museum Of The City Of San Francisco
    San Francisco During the gold rush Era history of San Alvin Coffey, African american49er – 1849 African american Rights During the gold rush The gold  
    http://www.sfmuseum.org/hist1/index0.1.html

15. The Gold Rush Of California
    No, it is not easy to ignore such a defining moment in western american history.The gold rush has really never lost its attraction, its excitement.  
    http://wwwlibrary.csustan.edu/bsantos/goldrush/GoldTOC.htm
    
    Extractions: Turlock, CA Preface While beginning research on the California Gold Rush for the sesquicentennial, much to my surprise I could not locate a bibliography of any kind that listed periodical articles. Seeing this unfortunate oversight, I set out to compile one of my own and disseminate it to libraries, historical societies, and interested researchers. I have done very lengthy bibliographies in the past and know the rigors of the effort; thus, I was not anxious to begin yet another one. But I too knew that one learns much about the topic while doing the research, and yes, it does provide a certain degree of enjoyment and satisfaction which most sane people don't understand, besides how can anyone turn away from such article titles as "The Grave of Ephraim Brown" or "Goodbye God: We're Going to Bodie!"; how about settlement names such as Happy Camp, Poverty Hill, or Hangtown?; and yes, characters such as Joaquin Murieta, James Marshall, and Sam Brannan? No, it is not easy to ignore such a defining moment in western American history. The Gold Rush has really never lost its attraction, its excitement. It was truly a spectacular event where thousands of men, women, and children swarmed California seeking instant wealth. Think of the logistics, the sheer energy, and certainly the insanity of it all where the discovery of a flake of an earthly element caused humanity to lose control for a moment, pack belongings, and trudge thousands of miles into an unknown future. And to extend that thought further, to me,150 years later, who is attracted by the same adventure, but in a milder form, through its literature. So, with this bibliography, I invite you, my dear reader, to join me, and embark on a treasure hunt of the celebrated and notorious California Gold Rush.

16. GOLD RUSH HISTORY
    The Bear Flag Revolt; A Brief history of California's gold by Timothy McNulty; TheGreat american gold rush / Recreation of a placer miner; The gold rush - a  
    http://malakoff.com/gorh.htm

17. Gold Rush History Links
    Miscellaneous African american Rights During the gold rush The Bear Flag Republic We are Republicans The Bear Flag Revolt - California history The Bear Flag  
    http://malakoff.com/goldcountry/history.htm

18. American History
    gold rush Recommended Websites Alaska's gold California history Ghosts of thegold rush Great american gold rush San Francisco gold rush Trails West  
    http://www.thebestkidsbooksite.com/tryhistory.cfm

19. The California Gold Rush
    The gold rush was one of the most significant events in California history. Linksto other sites on the gold rush. american Memory from the Library of Congress.  
    http://www.kidport.com/RefLib/UsaHistory/CalGoldRush/CalGoldRush.htm
    
    Extractions: The Gold Rush was one of the most significant events in California history. It brought people from all over the United States and the world in search for gold. Top of Page James Marshall discovers gold at Sutter's sawmill Gold Rush starts to attract people from around the world California becomes a state Gold becomes more scarce Development of better mining techniques Population of California exceeds 300,000 Sacramento becomes the California State Capital Discovery of silver in Nevada ends the California Gold Rush Top of Page Books on the California Gold Rush Top of Page American Memory from the Library of Congress Top of Page

20. U.S.A. History Home Page
    following time line shows major events in american history. of California (17691834),The american Revolution, The The California gold rush, The Civil War, The  
    http://www.kidport.com/RefLib/UsaHistory/UsaHistoryIndex.htm
    
    Extractions: The following time line shows major events in American History. Click on any of the events for more detail. Native Americans Christopher Columbus European Exploration Pilgrims - The First Thanksgiving ... The Mexican War World War I The Great Depression World War II The Moon Landing Vietnam War US Presidents US Symbols

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