THE HISTORY OF CALIFORNIA - in 13 Minutes

THE HISTORY OF CALIFORNIA - in 13 Minutes

The first known European to reach the gorgeous coasts of California was Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo in 1542. Cabrillo’s expedition had been launched from modern-day Mexico, known then as the Viceroyalty of New Spain, and ended up in San Diego Bay. The expedition was rather fruitless, however, as Cabrillo failed to discover anything that he viewed as worth the trouble for Spain to colonize. He left, and California remained untouched by European hands. Occasional ships, such as those from the Spanish East Indies traders would at times touch down on California’s coasts, but the idea of colonizing the territory still remained unconsidered. Even when English explorer Francis Drake plundered his way into Oregon and California, claiming the lands for his homeland, no real settlement of any sort was actually set up.

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[wofjczq]

I had the honor to study at Monterey and Santa Barbara 1981--1984.
California indeed is the best place I've ever stayed.

[davidwheatman]

Story around the San Francisco Bay is that ships passed by the golden gate many times, but never recognized how large the bay was because it was obscured by fog

[PC-kddj]

You omitted the importance of the first transcontinental railroad —completed in 1869–connecting California with the rest of the US.

[Joker-nouh]

California has around half the population of France or the UK and an equal or larger GDP. It would be the 4th or 5th strongest COUNTRY in the world by itself. Insane

[bloodwynn]

Not mentioning Zorro even once? Outrageous!

[olefella]

The fact that we get free videos on YouTube by Knowledgia is truly a gift; keeping the education and knowledge alive. 👏👏👏

[hailchristandmary]

I'm proud to say California is my birth and home state. While I'm sad to see so much political and moral corruption, I'll continue to love these lands to be a positive influence one way or another.

[Kling]

Proud to be from California born and raised in san Diego

[eduardoromerovaquero]

Nice video, although I missed a couple of historical issues: where the name of California comes from (based on an old Medieval novel). And the small clashes between Spain and Russia along the western coast. At one point the Spanish embassador in Moscow was spying Russian intentions to settle in the area, this accelerated Spain’s exploration expeditions, especially from mid XVIII century.

[krishnamurthy]

I left my heart in San Francisco The Pacific Coast Sierra Nevada mountains Palm Springs The city of Angels now Silicon Valley., went to college in LA and enjoyed the Beautyiful beaches and wonderful people

[goldenrepublic]

5:00 that’s the first Mass in Monterey. You can find what’s left of the tree in Monterey today. It’s our version of Plymouth Rock.

[wildfoodietours]

Such fascinating history. I love my state of California!

[tmghui]

Great history lesson of California. I live in California and despite its problems, I still love living here. I live in a very safe suburb in the Bay Area so I hardly ever see crime or homelessness or stuff like that.

[kieferonline]

Discussions of California are bittersweet. The ups and downs of humanity are witnessed here. Influences of all kinds, good and bad, emanate from California. Although I wasn't born here, California is my home while I live. Likely, California will continue to encourage and discourage.

[justindtackett]

What a great perspective you brought to light. California has such a rich and ever changing history. Visiting California multiple times in my youth, I felt the history of the mission. This sort of feeling that a part of the culture and land had once been set a part for Gods use and glory. I never knew the rich history that founded that.

[dantetre]

No mention of:
1) Russian colonies/outposts in California
2) Independent Texas
3) New California Republic's foundation :P

[emagee]

Good overview. The accomplishments of Kit Carson and General Kearny in helping secure CA from Mexico should not be overlooked. Their march from New Mexico to San Diego was grueling and harsh across a very desolate desert. They also suffered defeat in the battle of San Pascual. They were rescued after Kit Carson slipped away at night to SD Bay while barefoot. He alerted Commodore Stockton, and they eventually sent troops to beat the Californians back.

[galenwest]

Thank you for recognizing the suffering of the indigenous populations throughout all of this.

[ethanaleman]

Merry Christmas from Bakersfield California

[junior]

The bear flag “revolutionaries” consisted of 30 whole men, in a land with 150, 000 natives and 10, 000 californios