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  1. History of California - Wikipedia

    The history of California may refer to: Other related articles include:

  2. California - Exploration, Gold Rush, Statehood | Britannica

    3 days ago · California - Exploration, Gold Rush, Statehood: When Spanish navigator Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo became the first European to sight the region that is present-day California …

  3. California History Section - California State Library

    Discover the exciting events that the California History Section is planning and access recordings of our previous presentations! The California Labor School Chorus records are now open for …

  4. California History Timeline - Have Fun With History

    Jul 4, 2023 · Understanding the timeline of California’s history provides insights into the diverse factors that have contributed to its development and influenced the state’s present-day character.

  5. California - Missions, Gold Rush & Economy - HISTORY

    Nov 9, 2009 · The first Spanish missionaries arrived in California in the 1700s, but California didn’t become part of the United States until 1847, as part of the treaty ending the Mexican …

  6. Early California History: An Overview | Articles and Essays ...

    From Gold Rush to Golden State The first federal census conducted in California in 1860 counted 308,000 residents--population had almost tripled since 1847. While gold mining was still an …

  7. Timeline of California History

    Timelines of significant events in history of California. Explorer Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo of Spain arrived in the California areas known today as San Diego, San Pedro, Santa Monica, Catalina …

  8. History of California | Map and Timeline

    Oct 12, 2024 · The history of California can be divided into the Native American period (about 10,000 years ago until 1542), the European exploration period (1542–1769), the Spanish …

  9. California - Wikipedia

    California (/ ˌkælɪˈfɔːrniə /) is a state in the Western United States that lies on the Pacific Coast. It borders Oregon to the north, Nevada and Arizona to the east, and shares an international …

  10. Explore California History - Celebrate California

    Celebrating California is a collection of 175 stories that highlight California’s unique history and role in the world. The California State Library’s goal is to offer examples of California’s unique …