Legend of the Lost Dutchman Gold Mine: Superstition Mountains Legend, Arizona Lost Gold
Legend of the Lost Dutchman Gold Mine: Superstition Mountains Legend, Arizona Lost Gold
Embark on an exhilarating journey into the heart of Arizona’s rugged Superstition Mountains as we unravel one of the most captivating lost gold mine legends in American history. This video delves deep into the fascinating tale of the Lost Dutchman Mine, a hidden treasure that has tantalized adventurers and prospectors for over a century.
Discover the rich tapestry of Arizona history woven into this enduring mystery. We’ll explore the origins of this historic gold mine, tracing its roots back to the Peralta family and their tragic encounter with Apache warriors. Learn how this set the stage for one of the most intriguing Arizona legends of all time.
Follow the trail of Jacob Waltz, the enigmatic “Dutchman” at the center of this lost gold legend. Uncover the violent beginnings of his claim to the mine and his cunning methods of evading fortune seekers. We’ll examine Waltz’s strategic use of the treacherous Superstition Mountains terrain to guard his secret, making the process of finding lost mines a perilous endeavor.
This lost dutchman mine documentary sheds light on key figures in the legend, including Julia Thomas and Reinhart Petrasch, who became custodians of Waltz’s secrets. We’ll discuss how natural disasters, including an earthquake and flood, may have altered the landscape and complicated efforts to locate this elusive Arizona gold mine.
As we delve into the legend of the lost dutchman mine, we’ll separate fact from fiction, examining the clues Waltz left behind and the numerous expeditions that have tried to unravel the mystery. From the three red hills to the glittering ore in the setting sun, each detail adds another layer to this compelling Arizona Lost Gold Mine saga.
This video isn’t just about a hidden mine; it’s a window into the challenges and dangers of searching for lost gold mines in Arizona’s unforgiving desert landscape. We’ll explore how the Lost Dutchman Mine became more than just a potential source of riches, evolving into a symbol of the Old West’s promise and peril.
Whether you’re a history enthusiast, an adventure seeker, or simply captivated by tales of hidden treasures, this exploration of the lost dutchman mine arizona offers something for everyone. Join us as we
traverse the sun-baked hills and twisting canyons of the Superstition Mountains, chasing the shadow of a legend that continues to captivate the imagination of people around the world.
Will the Lost Dutchman Mine ever be found? Or is the real treasure the enduring legend itself? Tune in to discover why this particular lost gold mine legend has stood the test of time and continues to be one of the most enthralling stories in Arizona history.
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Thanks for the story of jacob waltz pal, faint history tells what a gready man he was !
I see you have up loaded another version of your Lost Dutchman Mine story. Again, I must comment because you keep spreading misinformation.
The fact is no one really knows the true story of Jacob Waltz except for Jacob Waltz himself and he took that with him into the grave. Many a story has been written since Julia Thomas was reported to have sold the story to a newspaper man named P.C. Bicknell. He is credited with being the first to bring the tale of Jacob Waltz and his lost gold mine to the American public. And he certainly was not the last. There have been dozen of books written since that time with dozens of variations. Your tale you choose to use is actually a mixture of several tellings.
But there is just as many stories that paint a much different version of Jacob Waltz than the one you share here. Yes, he did buy things with his gold ore but he was hardly inclined to flaunt it, instead preferring to keep to himself and keep his affairs private. Perhaps there was the occasional visit to the local bar but this was the exception and not the norm.
He owned (not rented) a 160 acre parcel of land which is now in downtown Phoenix. It borders S. 7th St on the West, S. 12th St on the East, Buckeye (formerly Henshaw) St on the North and E. Durango St on the South. I 17 runs right past it to the south.
I have been there and have driven the entire parameter a couple of times at least. Even a section of the Dutch ditch is still visible on the southeastern section. Which was adjacent to where Jacob’s adobe home once stood. Jacob had a garden and raised a few chickens. The eggs he would sell to Julia Thomas.
As you mentioned he at times was quite generous with his money like helping Julia out with several bills her husband had left her with when he skipped out on her.
Jacob did have his skeleton closet though. He did kill some men but only to keep his gold source secret. My sources put that number at 7 (3 Mexican miners he took the mine from, 3 prospectors that got too close to his mine and his nephew). It is said that this was his death bed confession to Dick Holmes. It therefore is highly unlikely he ever killed a Jacob Wieser because this guy may have been added in later? i don’t know the origin of Jacob Wieser? I think Jim Barks might have been the first to mention him. But where he got the story no one knows.
The Peraltas are another possible addition to the narrative. There was some land deal that became scandalous around the time of Jacob Waltz and a Miguel Peralta was involved in it. There is no record of them having mines in Arizona but that doesn’t mean they didn’t. But still without legitimate proof it should be noted as unsubstantiated rumor. Which most of the history of Jacob Waltz falls under.
But there has been a lot of good research done in the last couple of decades. An author by the name of Thomas E. Glover, "The Lost Dutchman Mine of Jacob Waltz Part 1: The Golden Dream" is a very good place to start.
I think I have said my peace yet again but please keep in mind that I am only trying to keep you honest and hopefully encourage more research before you present the final draft on your YouTube channel. You do have a great narrator’s voice and I do enjoy listening to your tales. I just want them to be as factual as possible.
I also don’t like to see Jacob Waltz being labeled something that might give your readers the wrong impression. There are negative stories for sure but there are also positive ones. Perhaps give your readers some of each before labeling Jacob a greedy killer.
Thank you for your efforts though!
That gold would equal out to be 1/4 oz per lb. Seeing pictures of his ore, it seemed like should be richer?
Thanks for the share Al &Ai….