Thousands of people flocked to this state following the discovery of Gold in Sutter's Mill in 1849.
In this state, US troops attempted to attack lava beds near Tule Lake in the Battle of the Stronghold, a victory for Native American chief Captain Jack in the Modoc War. Commodore Sloat became military governor of this state after claiming it for the United States; its other governors included William B. Ide and Stephen Kearny. John C. Fremont began a revolt that led to the creation of the Bear Flag Republic of this state. Thousands of people flocked to this state following the discovery of Gold in Sutter's Mill in 1849. For 10 points, name this state which contains many missions established by Junipero Serra in locations like San Diego and San Francisco.
In this state, US troops attempted to attack lava beds near Tule Lake in the Battle of the Stronghold, a victory for Native American chief Captain Jack in the Modoc War.
California