Download or read book California Covered Bridges Pre 1900’s written by Forrest Oldham and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2018-11-01 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: California’s first covered bridges came to be due to the gold rush and played a significant role in the state’s development. Many survive to today and give us a glimpse into the past, as well as serve as focal points for local events. This book is an introduction to these bridges, their past, and other places or events to visit nearby. I hope reading this inspires many to visit and enjoy these little recognized icons of the past.