Why did Russian settlers come to California in the early 1800s?

Russian immigration came in three waves. The first wave came in the early 1800's was for hunting and trading. Back in Russia the people were starving, living in deplorable conditions and hoping to do better inAmerica.

Answered by mortnc77 | 2024-06-10

Because of sea otters,and the income possible from the otter fur

Answered by Smarty404 | 2024-06-10

Russian settlers came to California in the early 1800s mainly to escape economic hardship in Russia, seeking better opportunities in hunting and trading. Their migration was motivated by the promising resources of California and the geopolitical interests of the Russian Empire. The desire to establish a cultural presence in new territories also played a role in their settlement efforts.
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Answered by mortnc77 | 2024-12-23