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Frank Lorey III
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Frank is a Federal and State-registered Historian, and does archaeology work throughout the southwest. He is also editor-in-chief of ASA Publications, and has written and/or edited 14 books, including one on mining history.
Frank was a regular guest on the History Channel's Wild West Tech show for two seasons. He also writes on World War II and aviation history for several other magazines, with over 350 published articles. Email Frank Lorey III
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| Articles by Frank Lorey III |
 The Gold of Yuba County
The Yuba County area of northern California is so rich in mining history that it should not be overlooked while exploring the potential placer mining locations. The incredible wealth that came from the myriad of placer deposits leads many to continue exploring the rivers and streams for more treasure.
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April 2009 (Vol. 78, No. 8) |
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Benton’s Rich Silver
Prospectors looking for the next Comstock Lode tried mining for silver in the Benton Hot Springs area in California in 1862. On a ridge southeast of the town, they found what they were looking for—rich hornsilver.
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October 2008 (Vol. 78, No. 2) |
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Life in the Alaska Gold Rush
The discovery of gold in the Klondike in August 1896 brought a rush that became a bonanza for a few, and hardship and disaster for many. The remoteness of the discovery site, and the extremely harsh climate made the effort to recover gold foolhardy for all but the most prepared.
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July 2007 (Vol. 76, No. 11) |
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