Brazilian Gold Rush

The Brazilian Gold Rush, primarily occurring in the late 17th and early 18th centuries, was a period when large amounts of gold were discovered in the region now known as Minas Gerais. This discovery led to a significant migration of prospectors and settlers seeking wealth, transforming the area's economy and society. The rush contributed to Brazil becoming a major gold producer, influencing colonial development, and increasing European interest in the region. It also had social impacts, including the exploitation of enslaved Africans brought in to work the gold mines.