James W. Marshall 1810-1885


Though famous for sparking the California Gold Rush, he originally traveled the Oregon Trail in 1844 and farmed in the Willamette Valley before heading south.

 

Biographical Overview

  • Lived from 1810 to 1885
  • Born: Oct 8, 1810, Hopewell Township, NJ
  • Died: Aug 10, 1885, Kelsey, CA

 

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Last updated: 2026-09-29