Gold Rushes
Definition
Sudden influxes of large numbers of people into certain regions following the discovery of gold deposits.
Related terms
Klondike Gold Rush: A famous gold rush that occurred in the late 1890s in the Klondike region of Canada's Yukon Territory.
Australian Gold Rush: A series of gold rushes that took place in various parts of Australia during the mid-1800s, leading to significant population and economic growth.
Transcontinental Railroad: The construction of this railway system in the United States was accelerated by the need to transport people and supplies to mining areas during gold rushes.
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Practice Questions (2)
Which region experienced significant immigration due to mining booms and gold rushes during the period from 1750 -1900?
How did the Gold Rushes of the 19th century affect population distribution globally?
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