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Jan 1, 1540
The Explorers
Francisco Vasquez de Coronado came to what is now Colorado. -
Mexico wins independence
Mexico wins independence and controls western Colorado. -
Gold
Gold is found near Cherry Ceek, and about 100,000 people came to see the site. -
Railroad
The Denver Pacific Railroad connects with the Union Pacific. -
38th State
Colorado becomes the 38th State when the nation 100 B-Day! -
Silver
Silver is descovered near Leadville. -
Goldrush
The last and greatest goldrush happened at Cripple Creek. -
Mint Opens
The U.S. Mint opens in Denver. -
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The Great Depression
The Great Depression affected Colorado and many people lost their jobs. -
oil shale mining
Oil shale mining stops in western Colorado.
