Fathers Serra, Palou and Parron built the first mission
the missions were the first non-native settlements in claifornia. the Spanish brought californias out of stonge age, but had little respect for Native California culture.
In America, the first missions were built by Catholic priests trying to reach the natives to Christ.
Spain built the California missions.
In California, a total of 21 Missions were built. See link:
Many people from Spain settled in California, and they built missions.
First ones were built by Spain and then taken over by Mexico.
A very debated question here in Texas. Most historical stories say "NO". The Missions were built as "Forts" to protect settlers from the Indians/Natives.
21 missions were builtyuchan
21 missions
In 1718.
Spain.
The missions were built on one day's walk apart.