FIRST CONTACTS 28000 BCE 1821 CE
SPANISH COLONIES
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Spanish Language
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Many areas of Texas are Catholic
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Spanish architecture is seen in buildings across Texas.
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The government of Texas is copied after the Spanish government.
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Detailed explanation-1: -While the Alamo may be the most well-known, in the 18th century, Spanish priests established five additional Catholic missions: San Antonio de Valero, San José, Concepción, San Juan and Espada, all along the San Antonio River.
Detailed explanation-2: -The state’s name is derived from the word Tejas, a Spanish rendering of the Caddo word for friends or allies. Many place names such as San Antonio, Corpus Christi, and El Paso, are of Spanish origin. The culture still thrives in Texas via food, entertainment, language, and celebrations such as Cinco de Mayo.
Detailed explanation-3: -Spanish ranching as it was practiced in Texas formed the basis for the American cattle industry, which drew many of its original cattle from the mission herds. The Spanish also brought to the San Antonio valley a specialized method of farming that used irrigation.
Detailed explanation-4: -Much has been written about the missions and their legacy ranging from the diffusion of Spanish culture, religion, governance, language, etc. to dialogues condemning their role in altering native cultural practices, customs and spiritual beliefs.