James Marshell discovers gold in California American River
James Marshall discovers gold in California's American River
March 20, 1849 the Hester family leaves Bloomington,Indiana, to begin their journey along the California-Oragon trail.July 2, 1849 The Hester's wagon train passes Independence Rock in Wyoming.September 1849 The Hesters reach Califorinia.
The Hesters leave for San Jose. California becomes a state.
Banking Wells and Fargo Co.founded because of gold rush.
