Latinos lost in the rush
Mexicans in California were stripped of wealth and honor.
Indians' misfortune
Discovery of gold spelled doom for many of California's Indians.
Blacks prospered
For African Americans, California gold was the great equalizer.
Chinese left mark
They came by the thousands, working long hours for low pay.
Women in the Gold Rush
They carved out lives with ingenuity and perseverance.
Japanese sailor was 'first ambassador'
John Manjiro made waves during his travels in North America and the gold country.
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