Few People Realize How Much Mining History Is Preserved In The Small Town Of Jamestown, Colorado
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If you have ever studied Colorado history (or American history, for that matter), you know that the mining industry is a massive part of the Centennial State, as it brought in many new residents and helped establish new towns and communities. While mining is no longer as lucrative as it once was, there are many historic mining towns in Colorado where you can still get a glimpse of this vital time, like the tiny town of Jamestown:
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