Gold Rush
by Karen Tucker
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Description
Gold was discovered along the American River in 1848 by James Marshall. Many settlers moved to the state seeking their fortune before and after the Civil War. Powerful industrial leaders who financed the building of the Central Pacific Railroad brought thousands of Chinese laborers to the state.
Part of Swap
NF16 — Civil War Educational
2004 · 64 blocks
State Facts
Capital: Sacramento
Flower: California Poppy
Bird: California Quail
Nickname: Golden State
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