pikes peak
the discovery of gold at Sutter's Mill
the discovery of gold at Sutter's Mill.
Fortune Seekers - 1956 is rated/received certificates of: USA:Approved (PCA #06905)
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Gold Rush
Rocky Mountains
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Gold was discovered in Northern California
The movie Soldiers of Fortune is about a series of thrill seekers who have injected themselves into a series of military adventures that don't have the expected outcome of the parties involved.
As opposed to "fortune tellers" (who predict someone's future), "fortune seekers" are those who seek to become wealthy in any number of speculative ways. Some travel the world seeking valuable items such as gems or historical artifacts. Some engage in risky or dangerous occupations, often in remote or wilderness locations. Some dabble in real estate or security trading. In the US Old West, they hunted gold, silver, and later oil. The common thread among fortune seekers is that most are not content to toil at ordinary occupations to earn a living in a typical way.
The Sierra Nevada Mountains.
People flocked to the Klondike area primarily due to the discovery of gold in Bonanza Creek in 1896, which sparked the Klondike Gold Rush. The promise of wealth and the allure of striking it rich motivated thousands to undertake the perilous journey to the Yukon. Additionally, the excitement and media coverage surrounding the gold discovery fueled a sense of adventure and opportunity, drawing fortune seekers from various backgrounds. The hope of finding gold and transforming their lives drove many to endure harsh conditions and challenging terrain in search of fortune.