The Diary of Dr. Thomas Flint

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The diary captures the adventures of Thomas Flint, a young doctor from Maine, during his travels to California between 1851 and 1855. Documenting his journeys via Panama and an overland trek with his brother and cousin, Flint shares his experiences of transporting livestock and ultimately striking gold. These ventures laid the groundwork for the establishment of Flint, Bixby & Co. and various business pursuits, reflecting the entrepreneurial spirit of the era and the challenges faced during westward expansion.