Manifest Destiny
Episode: 1x01 | Airdate: Apr 6, 2016 (48 min)
The westward march of Americans toward the Pacific sets the stage for the Gold Rush
Season 1
The Fever Begins
Episode: 1x02 | Airdate: Apr 6, 2016 (44 min)
The first small nuggets of gold are found, setting off a migration chain reaction
The '49ers
Episode: 1x03 | Airdate: Apr 6, 2016 (44 min)
Once the news of gold in California spreads, thousands take off to seek their fortunes.
Birth of California
Episode: 1x04 | Airdate: Apr 6, 2016 (43 min)
The people attracted to gold mining helped shape California into a state of enterprise
The Rush of Riches
Episode: 1x05 | Airdate: Apr 6, 2016 (46 min)
As the Gold Rush draws to a close, other precious metals are discovered in the West.