Gold Rush

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6th - 9th Grade

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The video explains the concept of a gold rush, focusing on the California Gold Rush from 1848 to 1855. It highlights the migration of over 300,000 people to California, the impact on American history, and the creation of boomtowns. The decline of gold discovery led to ghost towns. The video concludes by prompting viewers to consider modern-day equivalents of gold rushes.

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