Spanish Colonial Era Flashcards

1
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Spanish Colonial Era

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Spanish establish the mission system; 1718 San Antonio de Valero is established

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2
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purpose of the missions

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spread Christianity to the natives

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3
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purpose of the presidios

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military protection for the missions

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4
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acequias

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form of technological innovation that brings water to the missions

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5
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describe the location of the missions

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near rivers

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6
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Why did Texas almost fail as a Spanish colony?

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difficulty with the natives, isolation/difficult geography, mission system failed

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7
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How did the French influence the Spanish settlements

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France renewed Spain’s interest in settlement

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8
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effects of the Chicken War

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showed Spain had a weak hold on east Texas

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9
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Describe daily life of the natives in the missions

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hard work in the fields or doing chores, long hours of prayer and learning the Catholic religion

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10
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Jose de Escandon

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established missions near Laredo in south Texas along the Rio Grande

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11
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Father Massanet

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established missions in east Texas, including the first mission in that area, mission San Fernando

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12
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Antonio Margil de Jesus

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re-established mission San Jose to San Antonio

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13
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Father Hidalgo

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sent a letter to the French asking for help

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14
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effects of Father Hidalgo’s letter

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Spain became suspicious that the French wanted to claim Texas land

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