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""History of California: The American Period"" is a comprehensive and authoritative examination of the Golden State's evolution under American influence. Written by esteemed historian Robert Glass Cleland, this work delves into the transformative years that saw California shift from a remote Mexican province to a bustling, vital part of the United States. The narrative begins with the early incursions of American trappers and traders, setting the stage for the dramatic events of the Bear Flag Revolt and the Mexican-American War. Cleland masterfully explores the pivotal moments that shaped the region's identity, including the life-altering discovery of gold at Sutter's Mill and the subsequent influx of diverse populations during the Gold Rush. Beyond the frantic search for wealth, the book details the complex processes of state-building, the establishment of law and order, and the rapid expansion of agriculture and industry. By focusing on the social, political, and economic developments of the 19th and early 20th centuries, ""History of California: The American Period"" provides essential context for understanding the unique character and rapid growth of the West Coast. This classic historical study remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the pioneers, politicians, and ordinary citizens who forged a new empire on the shores of the Pacific. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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