Why was the california gold rush important?

The California Gold Rush had a far-reaching effect on western economies and international immigration. It opened up the west to settlers and sped up the creation of communities; this eventually changed the state of California in significant ways (both socially and politically). Historians believe California became a state much sooner because of the influx of gold seekers.

b. second continental congress

several states had passed similar laws, but they were limited to intrastate businesses. the sherman antitrust act was based on the constitutional power of congress to regulate interstate commerce.

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