Spanish and French rivalry in the Gulf region of the United States, 1678-1702; the beginnings of Texas and Pensacola - Softcover

Dunn, William Edward

9781150837999: Spanish and French rivalry in the Gulf region of the United States, 1678-1702; the beginnings of Texas and Pensacola

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This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1917 edition. Excerpt: ... preliminary report was made on September 8. He believed that the new French settlement, if actually in existence, would be a source of much danger to the kingdom in view of the declaration of war with France, and advised that Governor Leon should be instructed to return to the Texas country with the troops he might deem necessary in order to investigate fully the activities of the French. The missionaries could accompany the expedition, and remain among the Texas, if the latter were still willing to receive them. The fiscal again manifested his opposition to any attempt to convert the natives by a display of military force, repeating his opinion that the Catholic faith should be spread only by peaceful methods.11 A general council was called by the viceroy on September 10 to discuss the situation in the light of the new complications that had arisen. All previous action taken in regard to the conversion of the Texas was carefully reviewed, as well as the latest reports from Coahuila. The junta concluded, in accordance with the opinion of the fiscal, that since the news of renewed French activity seemed worthy of all credence, arrangements should be made forthwith for the proposed entrada to the Texas country. Governor Leon should be ordered, as chief in command, to send in detailed estimates of the troops and supplies that would be needed. Since the expedition could not be made before February or Miarch, it should be understood that all orders issued would be subject to change upon receipt of later advices from the north. Preliminary arrangements, however, could be begun without delay. Governor Leon should first send out a number of soldiers and priests to visit the tribes near Goahuila, thus paving the way for the main expedition. He was to be...

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