Frank Lorey is best known for his work on the History Channel's Wild West Tech show (2004-2005) as a guest star and writer, and HGTV's Sizzling Outdoor Kitchens (2007). Frank has also appeared as guest star on numerous PBS programs dealing with history, and has made appearances on the Fine Living network. He is the author of 15 books and over 530 magazine and journal articles.
The discovery of gold on the magical date of January 24, 1848, when James Marshall discovered gold at Sutter's Mill near Coloma, started a rush that was unprecedented in all...