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The California Gold Rush

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  The California Gold Rush In 1848, gold was discovered at Sutter's Mill in Coloma, California. This discovery sparked a massive migration of people to California, known as the California Gold Rush. The Gold Rush had a profound impact on the United States, both politically and socially. Causes of the Gold Rush There were several factors that contributed to the California Gold Rush. First, the discovery of gold in California came at a time when the United States was experiencing a period of economic depression. Many people were looking for a way to improve their financial situation, and the promise of gold in California seemed like a golden opportunity. Second, the United States had recently acquired California through the Mexican-American War. This meant that the land was open to American settlement, and there were no restrictions on who could come to California to mine for gold. Third, the Gold Rush coincided with the development of new transportation technologies, such as steamsh...