How were the miners treated in the gold rush?

During the gold rush, miners often faced harsh and unsafe working conditions, with long hours and little regard for their health and safety. Many miners lived in temporary camps with inadequate shelter and sanitation, leading to poor living conditions. Additionally, competition for gold led to tensions and conflicts, particularly with Indigenous populations and among miners themselves. Economic exploitation was common, as many miners found it difficult to profit from their labor due to high costs and rampant inflation.