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CHINESE PROSPECTORS, c1851. Chinese immigrants working at placer mining in California
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CHINESE PROSPECTORS, c1851. Chinese immigrants working at placer mining in California
CHINESE PROSPECTORS, c1851.
Chinese immigrants working at placer mining in California during the Gold Rush. Stereograph, 1851
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Media ID 12226930
1851 California Chinese Gold Rush Immigrant Placer Mining Prospector Sluice Box Stream Stereograph
CHINESE PROSPECTORS, c1851 - A Glimpse into the Gold Rush Era
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures a significant moment in American history - Chinese immigrants diligently working at placer mining during California's Gold Rush in 1851. The image showcases the resilience and determination of these individuals who ventured far from their homeland in search of fortune. In this stereograph, we witness a group of hardworking men standing knee-deep in a rushing stream, meticulously panning for gold. Their weathered faces tell tales of countless hours spent under the scorching sun, as they skillfully manipulate sluice boxes to separate precious minerals from gravel and sand. Each prospector is focused on his task, exemplifying the unwavering work ethic that defined this era. The photograph not only highlights the laborious nature of placer mining but also sheds light on the diverse immigrant population that contributed to America's growth during this time. These Chinese prospectors played an integral role in shaping California's cultural landscape and its economic prosperity. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection, we are transported back to a time when dreams were forged through sweat and perseverance. It serves as a poignant reminder of how different cultures converged amidst challenging circumstances to build a nation brimming with opportunity.
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