Epidemics, Slavery, Massacres, and Indigenous Resistance 1492-1599
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1566
Calusa refuse forced conversion to Christianity (southwest Florida)
Already weakened by disease, the Calusa allow a Jesuit missionary into their territory but refuse...Read More
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1590
Spain establishes colony at Ohkay Owingeh Pueblo
Spanish forces under colonial governor Juan de Onate march north from Mexico. The Apaches and...Read More
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1597
Guale Indians rebel (Georgia)
The Guale off of the Georgia coast rebel against the Spanish mission and encomienda system.
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1599
Acoma Pueblo Massacre
New Mexico governor Juan de Onate is determined to consolidate his rule in New Mexico...Read More