What was the name of the settlement where gold was discovered?
Coloma
Goldtown
Marshallville
Sutter's Mill
Answer
The gold was discovered at Coloma, a small settlement on the American River about 36 miles northeast of Sacramento. This discovery led to a massive influx of gold seekers, turning Coloma into a bustling mining town.
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