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- Discovery's Gold Rush AddictionIf you like rivalry, drama and compassion all in one show, you've got it with Gold Rush on the Discovery channel!
Visit the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park in Seattle, WashingtonSeattle, Washington played a crucial role as the staging area for Klondike Gold Rush on 1898.- Are Online Businesses the New Gold Rush...and once again it started in California
The California Gold Rush Led to Development and Expansion of the United StatesThe development and the expansion of California and the United States can be traced to the California Gold Rush.
Eureka! the Ultimate California Gold Rush VacationLetting kids live like the miners who rushed to California in 1849 in search of gold will provide them an unforgettable American history lesson.
French Women Cash in During the Gold RushWhile women were a hot commodity in Northern California during the Gold Rush, French women were especially successful at carving out a niche for themselves.- Valdez Gold Rush Days: An Event You Can't MissValdez Gold Rush Days, taking place August 4-8, 2010, is a celebration of the town's pioneer heritage and a great community event. Read for more information on the different events.
- Homeschool Field Trip to Sutter's Mill at Coloma, CaliforniaHomeschool families may enjoy adding to their study of the California Gold Rush by taking an easy day trip to Coloma, the site of Sutter's Mill.
- The Kuranda TrainThe gold rush brought the white man to FNQ. They colonized and developed the area. They demanded a railway. It's a picturesque train trip.
- A History of the California Gold Rush of the 1840sA look at the history of the Gold Rush in California in the 1840s and how it was started.
- Uncharted 2: Among Thieves to Feature Gold Rush Co-Op ModeThe Uncharted 2: Among Thieves' online multiplayer just got even better. The Gold Rush mode will add another layer of depth to the already deep co-operative experience.
- Sacramento Gold Rush Days is Great Family FunLooking for a fun family event in Sacramento, California? Gold Rush Days is a learning experience that is fun for the whole family.
- How the California Gold Rush Changed HistoryThe California Gold Rush was one of the most important events in human history.
- Book Review: The Age of Gold by H.W. BrandsThis article is a book review of The Age of Gold by H.W. Brands.
- The Gold Rush Returns on America's Toughest JobsWhen was the last time you heard someone say their profession was mining for gold? It's been awhile since the gold rush but America's Toughest Jobs is bringing it back!
- The Australian Gold Rush Era and Sovereign HillDiscover life during Australia's gold rush era by visiting the authentically reconstructed 19th century gold mining town at Sovereign Hill, Ballarat, Australia.
- New Oregon Gold Rush?Local gold mining companies say they are seeing an increase in business. Is a gold rush ahead?
- How Marysville Grew from a Gold Rush Town to California's Oldest Little CityMarysville, California, was put on the map in the 19th century during the gold rush when scores of people flooded into northern California
Gold Rush Days in Dahlonega, GeorgiaGold Rush Days is a big festival in a small Georgia town. The festival, held on the third weekend in October, October 20-21, 2007, commemorates Dahlonega's discovery of gold in 1828.
Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park in Skagway, AKHave as much fun as you can when you are there.- Immigration to California During the 1849 Gold RushThe Gold Rush resulted in massive foreign immigration to California from virtually every area of Europe, Asia, and the Pacific. Mr. Stolyarov describes some of these immigrants and the challenges they faced from an intolerant racist minority.
- Background History of the 1849 California Gold RushMr. Stolyarov examines the historical circumstances at the time of the 1849 California Gold Rush. He also discusses the discovery of gold at Sutter's Mill in 1848 and Samuel Brannan's work in spreading the news of gold's existence in California.
- Gold Seekers' Journey Westward During the 1849 California Gold RushThe journey westward during the 1849 California Gold Rush was an arduous ordeal for many. This essay describes the routes adventure seekers took by land and by sea, as well as their experiences upon reaching California.
- Key Figures in the California Gold Rush: John Sutter, Richard Barnes Mason, William T. Sherman, and Ulysses S. GrantThe 1849 California Gold Rush was a magnet for ambitious personalities: individuals who would later rise to extraordinary heights in American politics, military, and economic life. Among these were Richard Barnes Mason, Ulysses S. Grant, and William T. Sherman.
- Economic and Cultural Leaders During the 1849 California Gold RushA number of America's future economic and cultural leaders began their rise to prominence during the 1849 California Gold Rush. Among them were such individuals as Mark Twain, Sam Brannan, Levi Strauss, Phillip Armour, John Studebaker, Henry Wells, and William Fargo.
- California's Colossal Economic Growth During the 1849 Gold RushThe economy of California grew at a phenomenal rate during the 1849 Gold Rush. Much of this growth was made possible by the laissez-faire economic policies of Gov. Richard Barnes Mason. This essay describes some of the economic trends in California at that time.
Visit California's Gold Rush History at the Weaverville HotelBack then, it was where you went after a day of gold mining to have a few hard drinks, fat cigars, and a bed made of straw. With a combo like that, no wonder you can still see the evidence of a long ago fire that once shut down the now gorgeous hotel.- Gold Rush Towns of Northern CaliforniaDriving north from Sacramento on Interstate 80 to Reno takes you over the spectacular Sierra Nevada Mountains and to some of the most interesting Gold Rush towns.
- The Apprentice on NBC : Week 9 - Victory for Gold RushLee felt vulnerable because he had been taken to the boardroom so many times, and he thought that if he could lead his team to victory he could prove himself to Mr. Trump.
- The Apprentice on NBC - Week 11 : Party Time!Sean continued to catch hell from Roxanne and Allie, and they decided to lecture him while he was trying to sleep. It didn't last long though, because Sean got up and put ear plugs in so he couldn't hear them nagging at him, and so he could sleep.
- The Apprentice - March 3, 2006Upon their return from the boardroom, Tarek told his team that he thought they were bringing him back to the boardroom because he was the strongest, and because they felt threatened by him.
- The Apprentice - April 10, 2005 : Price Matters: Part Two of TwoWhen Gold Rush was trying to decide on a price for the new P'EatZZa, Lee recommended a price of $6.99 each (the store manager had suggested this to Lee earlier), but he was overruled by the majority the team.
- The Apprentice - April 10, 2005 : Bad Leadership Leads to Poor Management: Part One of TwoTonight's Apprentice was back-to-back - double the firing. Their task tonight was to renovate a room in a Boys and Girls Club location for Ace Hardware's "New Faces for Helpful Places" program.
- The Apprentice - March 27, 2006 : Brent's Exit Leads to ExcitementSynergy seemed excited when Brent didn't come back from the boardroom. Synergy knew without Brent they may actually win a task.
- The Gold RushScience Fiction Short about Gold!
- The American SpiritA inspirational piece on the spirit of America
- ‘Gold Rush: Alaska’ Makes Return to Strike it Rich with ViewersThe crew is back and ready to take care of some unfinished business.
Out Here, All AloneA narrative about what it means to be alone in a world that wants to take you and everyone like you away.
Gold RushA desperate father finds what he needs to save his family, but discovers that he'll need to fight for it....
Gold Rush Party Game for KidsIf you're having a wild-west theme for a child's birthday party the kids will love sifting for gold!




