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City of San Francisco during the Gold Rush
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City of San Francisco during the Gold Rush
San Francisco during the Gold Rush, seen from the foot of Telegraph Hill, early 1851.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5885615
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1850s 1851 California Camp City Crowd Forty Niner Gold Rush Harbor Pacific Coast Prospector Sailing Ship San Francisco Ship Tent Town Village Water Front West Western 49ers Sprawl Telegraph Hill
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This hand-colored woodcut print takes us back to the City of San Francisco during the exhilarating Gold Rush era. The year is 1851, and we find ourselves standing at the foot of Telegraph Hill, gazing upon a scene that epitomizes the spirit of adventure and opportunity that drew thousands to this bustling metropolis on the western frontier. The image showcases a vibrant crowd, reminiscent of a small village or town, gathered along the water front. Sailing ships dotting the bay add an air of excitement as they bring hopeful prospectors seeking their fortunes in gold. The sprawling campsite nestled against the backdrop of historic buildings tells tales of perseverance and determination. San Francisco's rich heritage is palpable in this vintage illustration from North Wind Picture Archives. It serves as a visual time capsule, transporting us to an era when California was transformed by waves of settlers known as "forty-niners". This artwork captures not only their journey but also highlights how this city became synonymous with dreams realized and lost. As we admire this piece, let us reflect on its significance within American history. It symbolizes both the allure and challenges faced by those who sought prosperity in uncharted territories during one of our nation's most transformative periods—the 1800s Gold Rush on America's Pacific Coast.
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