The infamous gold rush in California began on January 24, 1848, when James Marshall discovered a bit of gold in a stream. This well-written book, replete with fascinating historical documents such as the very pencil sketch Marshal drew indicating where he had discovered gold, introduces middle school audiences to a fascinating period in American history. An excellent title in this highly acclaimed new series.
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The infamous gold rush in California began on January 24, 1848, when James Marshall discovered a bit of gold in a stream. This well-written book, replete with fascinating historical documents such as the very pencil sketch Marshal drew indicating where he had discovered gold, introduces middle school audiences to a fascinating period in American history. An excellent title in this highly acclaimed new series.
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