Question

Who first discovered gold, where did he find it, and how was he rewarded? In 1848, found gold in California while trying to build a sawmill on the South Fork of the American River. This quickly led to the gold rush. Unfortunately, he did not gain a profit from the discovery but was given compensation of per month when he turned 62 years old. When he died, there was not enough money to pay for his burial.

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Jed Smith

James W. Marshall

Daniel Boone
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$1000

$2

$200

Answer 1

In 1848, James W. Marshall found gold in California while trying to build a sawmill on the South Fork of the American River. This quickly led to the gold rush. Unfortunately, he did not gain a profit from the discovery but was given compensation of $200 per month when he turned 62 years old. When he died, there was not enough money to pay for his burial.

Answer 2

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