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Map of the mining district of California, 1850. Creator: William A. Jackson
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Map of the mining district of California, 1850. Creator: William A. Jackson
Map of the mining district of California, 1850. The California gold rush of 1849 began with the strikes at Sutter's Mill on the American River near Sacramento. This map produced in 1850 shows the location of the main gold workings in the mining district. The map indicates towns, ranches, Indian villages, old Spanish missions, as well as rivers, roads, the topography of the mountains, geological formations (particularly as they relate to gold), and inlets and bays along the Pacific coast. It focuses on the parts of California east of San Francisco Bay, especially along the rivers in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains where most of the gold was found. The two main rivers of the region, the Sacramento and the San Joaquin, are shown, along with their main tributaries, which include the American, Calaveras, Tuolumne (marked Touleme on the map), Mariposa, and Mercedes Rivers and many lesser streams. The map is by William A. Jackson, an engineer who was active in mining in the earliest period of the gold rush and who was familiar with the many claims being worked by 49ers
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This historic map, titled "Map of the mining district of California," was created by William A. Jackson in 1850, providing a detailed and accurate representation of the gold mining regions in California during the height of the Gold Rush. The map focuses on the eastern part of California, particularly the areas along the Sacramento and San Joaquin Rivers and their tributaries, where the majority of gold discoveries were made. The map is an essential record of the California Gold Rush, showcasing the locations of towns, ranches, Indian villages, and old Spanish missions, as well as rivers, roads, and geological formations. Notably, the map highlights the topography of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the geological features that were crucial to the gold mining industry. The map's creator, William A. Jackson, was an engineer who played a significant role in the gold rush. He was familiar with the mining claims and the terrain, making him an ideal candidate to create an accurate and comprehensive map of the mining district. Jackson's map is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the 49ers who flocked to California in search of gold, and it remains an invaluable resource for historians, geologists, and anyone interested in the history of the California Gold Rush. The map's intricate detail includes the location of the American, Calaveras, Tuolumne (marked Touleme on the map), Mariposa, and Mercedes Rivers and their tributaries, which were vital to the gold mining industry. This map is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering insights into the early days of California's gold rush and the pioneering spirit that drove it.
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