Students choose to tell a story about one of the great risks in journeying to and settling in California. The pioneers took the risk of becoming deathly ill from one of the many diseases that could not be cured at that time.
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Explain to students that the American West attracted many explorers and adventurers who opened trails for those who would follow.
These sites contain more information about James Beckwourth:
Biography of James Beckwourth
Visit this Web site for more information about Biddy Mason and her achievements:
Stories About Biddy Mason
Biddy Mason founded a First African Methodist Episcopal Church in her Los Angeles home in 1872.
Explore the connection between Vallejo and Petaluma State Historic Park.
Early California John Charles Fremont led the Bear Flag Revolt, during which Vallejo was imprisoned.