Traces the history of St. Augustine, Florida, from its founding and development as a Spanish colony and military outpost in 1565 through the early eighteenth century, and discusses the impact of European colonization on the native Timucuan Indians.
Presents information on how the Spanish, during their exploration and settlement of Florida and the Southwestern U.S., established missions in an attempt to convert the native Americans to Catholicism, and explains how the missions changed regions where they were established. Includes time line.
Describes everyday life in the early years of Florida's city of St. Augustine, which was founded by the Spanish in 1565; covers religion, food, and life in the forts and in town. Also includes a time line, a glossary, and a list of further resources.
Examines the founding and early years of Yerba Buena, one of the earliest settlements in America; tells of the challenges faced by colonists in the New World; and discusses the contributions of notable men and women to the community. Includes a chronology and time line.
Chronicles the history of the Spanish settlement of Santa Fe from its founding in 1610 as the capital of Nuevo Mexico, until Mexico gained its independence from Spain in 1821.
Examines the founding and early years of St. Augustine, one of the earliest settlements in America; tells of the challenges faced by colonists in the New World; and discusses the contributions of notable men and women to the community. Includes a chronology and time line.
Chronicles events and developments in Latino history between the Texas Revolution and the Spanish-American War, covering such topics as Manifest Destiny, the gold rush, vaqueros, barrios, Anglo violence, and the U.S.'s control of Cuba.
Examines the history and culture of Spain and provides information on the Golden Age of Spain, education and government, important cities and historical sites, industry and export, and other interesting details about the region.
