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S1 E4 Birth of California

Documentary

TV-14

42 minutes

Dec 31, 2015

The people attracted to gold mining helped shape California into a state of enterpriseFeaturing: Coby Batty

Season 1, 5 Episodes

Season 1 (5 Episodes)

Gold Rush: The Discovery Of America - Manifest Destiny

Manifest Destiny,

The westward march of Americans toward the Pacific sets the stage for the Gold Rush

Gold Rush: The Discovery Of America - The Fever Begins

The Fever Begins,

The first small nuggets of gold are found, setting off a migration chain reaction

Gold Rush: The Discovery Of America - The '49ers

Once the news of gold in California spreads, thousands take off to seek their fortunes.

Gold Rush: The Discovery Of America - Birth of California

Birth of California,

The people attracted to gold mining helped shape California into a state of enterprise

Gold Rush: The Discovery Of America - The Rush of Riches

The Rush of Riches,

As the Gold Rush draws to a close, other precious metals are discovered in the West.

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Gold Rush: The Discovery Of America

Documentary

TV-14

1 Season

47 minutes

This captivating documentary series explores the stories of struggle and triumph of the thousands who risked everything for the pursuit of wealth and the illusive American Dream.

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