One of the most recalled time in American History has been during the 1850’s, which became known as the California Gold Rush. This was period of time when people did whatever they could to make their way to California, in search of gold. Many partook in this episode in American History, however, one young man was able to forever engrave his presence in the hearts of Mexicans during this time period. That man’s name was Joaquin Murrieta Carrillo, who after being faced with racial discrimination against Mexicans, decided to fight for Mexicans by sharing with them the spoils his group got after they confronted and stole from non-Mexicans.

Joaquin Murrieta, also known as the Mexican Robin Hood, was the son of Joaquin Murrieta and Rosalia Carrillo.