Problem
List important events and dates (like a timeline) that are a part of California history from the mid-19th century until close to the present time. Briefly explain why each entry are significant to California history. This timeline is essentially a long list of entries starting with the end of the Gold Rush Era through "the present." Specifically focus on these happenings/eras and list/explain key events that happened during those times:
1) The Transcontinental Railroad
2) The Comstock Lode
3) The Gilded Age
4) The Progressive Era
5) Racial oppression and conflict in California history
6) Zoot Suit Riots
7) Criminality in California
8) Vigilante Committees
9) Controversies Over Resources in California History
10) Hetch Hetchy.