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Donner Party Monument
Donner Memorial State Parknear Truckee California
The Donner Party Memorial at Donner Memorial State Park.
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During the winter of 1846-1847, a group of pioneers lead by the Donner family were trapped on this site by snow and cold. Many members of the party resorted to cannibalism when faced with death from starvation.
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