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2007-02-24 18:10:12 · 4 answers · asked by ljs911sc 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help
When the Marshall found gold at Sutter's Mill in 1848 John Sutter's name became forever embedded in history. How many people, though, realize the immense role Sam Brannan played in actually creating the rush to gold in California?
I've listed some historical links for you to find information about Sam Brannan (and a good link to help you with writing a thesis statement). I think Sam was responsible for actually starting the "rush" to find wealth. Certainly the gold was discovered by Marshall, but gold had been discovered in California before with no resulting gold rush. I think you could write a compelling paper (with lots of good references) about how Sam Brannan affected California history. Hope I've helped.
2007-02-25 07:21:16 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Affect of the American Western Gold Rush of the 1800's on the Immigration of Chinese Americans was a profound one.
2007-02-25 02:18:00 · answer #2 · answered by blud34 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Come steal land from the Indian and Latino people who are already living here.
Just a thought, my heritage is American Indian. Things like the "gold rush" only helped settlers take over land that was not theirs.
2007-02-25 02:22:12 · answer #3 · answered by Silly Girl 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Maybe, the Donner Party on there way to Sutter's Fort might be a good thesis.
2007-02-25 02:34:55 · answer #4 · answered by K_Seeks4Answers 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋