The Americans who participated in the Gold Rush of the mid-1800s gained a variety of benefits. The most obvious benefit was the potential to make a great deal of money. Many of the miners who struck it rich during the Gold Rush became wealthy and were able to build successful businesses and establish themselves in society. Additionally, the Gold Rush brought a great deal of economic growth to the region, as miners and prospectors spent money on supplies and services. The Gold Rush also helped to open up the West to further exploration and settlement, and it helped to create a sense of national pride and identity.
