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The name California was named after a book by a Spanish author Montalvo.
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Juan Cabrillo set sail with his Spanish sailors, African and Indian Slaves. He traveled from mexico to the oregon border.
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An expedition was lead by Sir Francis Drake to claim land for Queen Elizabeth.
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Explored coast and Monterey Bay.
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Gaspar de Portola lead an expedition and established a colony in San Diego bay.
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Several hundred Indians from the Dieguno or the Kumeyaay tribe revolted and attacked the mission at San Diego.
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Indian missions were abolished due to war.
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Juan Bautista Alvarado lead a revolt and made himself govenor.
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Gold was frist found near Coloma in 1848.
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California becomes 21st state in 1850.
