Gold Rush: The Discovery of America

Name: Gold Rush: The Discovery of America
Released: 2016-02-02T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Coby Batty

TV Show · Documentary · Adventure

The discovery of gold nuggets in the Sacramento Valley in early 1848 sparked the Gold Rush, arguably one of the most significant events to shape American history during the first half of the 19th century. This captivating, new documentary series explores the stories of struggle and triumph of the thousands who risked everything for the pursuit of wealth and the illusive American Dream.

2016 · 47m

Starring Coby Batty

Director Kevin Herschberger

EPISODE 1

Manifest Destiny

The westward march of Americans toward the Pacific sets the stage for the Gold Rush
EPISODE 2

The Fever Begins

The first small nuggets of gold are found, setting off a migration chain reaction
EPISODE 3

The '49ers

Once the news of gold in California spreads, thousands take off to seek their fortunes.
EPISODE 4

Birth of California

The people attracted to gold mining helped shape California into a state of enterprise
EPISODE 5

The Rush of Riches

As the Gold Rush draws to a close, other precious metals are discovered in the West.