Historical Events tagged with "mission"
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Foundation of Mission San Antonio de Padua
Franciscan friar Junípero Serra established Mission San Antonio de Padua in California. Located near today's King City, it was the third mission in the California Mission Chain. The mission played a crucial role in expanding Spanish influence in California and serving the local Native American population.
Continue ReadingFather Junípero Serra Founds Mission San Diego
Father Junípero Serra founded Mission San Diego de Alcalá in what is now San Diego, California, as the first of a chain of missions along the California coast. Established by Spanish settlers and missionaries, the mission aimed to convert Indigenous peoples to Christianity and promote Spanish colonization. The mission became a pivotal location for settlement and development in the region, ultimately evolving into the city of San Diego.
Continue ReadingJuan de Oñate's Conquest of Santa Fe
Juan de Oñate led an expedition to establish Spanish presence in what is now New Mexico. This journey aimed to create a colony and convert Indigenous populations to Christianity. Departing from the established territories of Mexico, Oñate's expedition navigated through treacherous terrain before reaching the Rio Grande, marking a pivotal moment in colonial expansion. The efforts were driven by a mix of exploration and the desire for wealth, with Oñate's leadership setting the stage for future settlement.
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