USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -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-2: -The missions introduced European livestock, fruits, vegetables, and industry into the Texas area. In addition to the presidio (fortified church) and pueblo (town), the misión was one of the three major agencies employed by the Spanish crown to extend its borders and consolidate its colonial territories.

Detailed explanation-3: -Spanish culture in what became the state of Texas would be based primarily on-and filtered through-Mexican culture, a very distinct and dynamic cultural tradition that derived only partly from Spanish culture. Many of those descended from Spaniards were mestizo or mixed blood.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Spanish Colonial era in Texas began with a system of missions and presidios, designed to spread Christianity and to establish control over the region. The missions were managed by friars from the order of St.