What was the gold rush of 1849 and why was it significant?

The Gold Rush undoubtedly sped up California's admission to the Union as the 31st state. In late 1849, California applied to enter the Union with a constitution that barred the Southern system of racial slavery, provoking a crisis in Congress between proponents of slavery and anti-slavery politicians.

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Explanation:

they are best known for the cliff pueblos found throughout arizona, new mexico, colorado and utah. and for their development of desert farming.

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