What negative impact did golden silver mining have in the west
Tent cities near the minds, fostered criminals as long-term residence
Ghost towns were left behind after the mind stop producing
Mining camps were sources of many contagious diseases
Mass migration from the East Coast tension among merchants
over resources and land
Environmental degradation and pollution from mining operations
Displacement and mistreatment of Indigenous peoples living on the land
Exploitation of laborers, particularly Chinese and immigrant workers, leading to poor working conditions and low wages
Increase in crime and violence in mining communities.