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The Spanish implemented a mission system during their time in Texas. These missions were set up, primarily by Jesuits, to force Christianity on Native Americans. The missions also allowed the Spanish to keep control of frontier areas.
Spain began again to establish missions in Texas.
Texas, California, New Mexico and Arizona
Some 35 missions were established in Texas during the Spanish period. The oldest mission to be populated in Texas was located at El Paso.
The Spanish explored various areas in the United States, primarily focusing on the Southwest and Southeast regions. Notable explorations included Florida, led by Ponce de León, and the Southwest, including present-day New Mexico and Arizona, by explorers like Francisco Coronado. They also ventured into California and Texas, establishing missions and settlements. Their explorations significantly influenced the cultural and historical landscape of these regions.
East Texas was significant in establishing missions due to its fertile land and abundant resources, making it an attractive area for Spanish colonization. The region served as a strategic point for the Spanish to assert their presence against French encroachment and to spread Christianity among Indigenous populations. Missions in East Texas, such as Mission San Francisco de los Tejas, aimed to convert and assimilate Native Americans while promoting agriculture and Spanish culture. Additionally, the establishment of these missions laid the groundwork for future settlements and the expansion of Spanish influence in Texas.
Adventures In Missions - Texas - was created in 1973.
Spain stopped funding the Texas missions.
Spain started to build missions in Texas around 1690.
Spain closed most of its missions in Texas. It had neither the wealth nor the power to defend its missions.
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To fight other missions
The names of the 26 missions founded in Texas can be found by accessing the related link below:
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Spain stopped funding the Texas missions.