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1. California Gold Rush

   Linked via "1849"

   The Forty-Niners and Mass Migration
   By 1849, the global scale of the phenomenon was evident. Hundreds of thousands of people converged on California from every corner of the globe, creating unprecedented logistical challenges. These migrants were designated by the term "forty-niners," though many arrived earlier or later.
   Migration routes were perilous and varied. The primary routes included:

2. California Gold Rush

   Linked via "1849"

   The Cape Horn Route: Sailing around the southernmost tip of South America, the longest route but often preferred for carrying more provisions.
   | Origin Region | Estimated 1849 Arrivals (Approximate) | Primary Motivation Reported |
   | :--- | :--- | :--- |
   | United States (East Coast) | 55,000 | Political self-determination |