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Marshall Monument
Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park, Coloma,
CA ,
USA
Latitude & Longitude:
38° 48' 15.0264",
-120° 53' 37.0536"
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California State Historical Marker |
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In 1887 the State of California purchased the site for a monument to commemorate James Marshall, who in 1848 discovered gold near Coloma. Marshall's discovery started the 'gold rush,' that westward trek of Argonauts that marked a turning point in California history. The figure of Marshall atop the monument is pointing to the place of discovery on the South Fork of the American River.
Last updated: 2/15/2016 21:05:00 |
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Marshall Monument Historical Marker Location Map, Coloma, California Map
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