The log of a Forty-niner; Journal of a Voyage From Newbury-port to San Francisco in the Brig Genl (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781019896280)

This engaging journal documents Richard Lunt Hale's journey from Newbury-Port, Massachusetts to San Francisco during the California Gold Rush. Hale provides vivid descriptions of his experiences on board the Brig Genl, his encounters with Native Americans and other travelers, and his impressions of life in the Gold Rush camps. This book is an invaluable primary source for anyone interested in the history of westward expansion in the United States.

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