Which journey took thousands westward in search of gold and a new life in the mid-1800s?
Category: History · Difficulty: easy
Hint: Think of a rush that led to a massive influx to California.
Answer
The Gold Rush of 1849
Explanation
The California Gold Rush in 1849 drew thousands searching for fortune.
This is an easy history riddle — a good one for children and beginners. The answer is The Gold Rush of 1849.
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