The way they go to California
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The way they go to California
The way they go to California. Gold rush cartoon, showing dock crowded with men with picks and shovels, and men jumping from the dock to reach departing ship; a crowded airship and a man on a rocket fly overhead; and a man with a pick and shovel parachutes from the airship. Date c1849
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This gold rush era cartoon, titled 'The Way They Go to California,' offers a vivid depiction of the mass exodus of hopeful prospectors bound for the California Gold Rush of 1849. The image is filled with a sense of excitement, determination, and a touch of the absurd, as it captures the various modes of transportation that people used to make their way to the promised land. At the center of the scene, a crowded dock teems with men, each armed with a pick and shovel, eagerly awaiting the departure of a ship. The desperation to get on board is palpable, as some men are seen jumping from the dock to reach the ship before it sails away. Above the dock, a crowded airship and a man on a rocket add a fantastical element to the scene. The airship, filled with passengers, represents the latest and most innovative means of transportation, while the man on the rocket embodies the spirit of adventure and risk-taking that defined the gold rush era. The cartoon also showcases the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the prospectors, as a man with a pick and shovel is seen parachuting from the airship. This daring act highlights the lengths that people were willing to go to in their quest for fortune and adventure in California. The 'The Way They Go to California' cartoon is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a unique perspective on the gold rush era and the various means of transportation that defined it. This image is a must-have for anyone interested in American history, California history, or the gold rush era.
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