1. Spain vs. France The race for Texas

2. Territory French Territory: area northeast of Texas Spanish Territory: area southwest of Texas Texas is a buffer: neutral territory between two opposites Spanish French BUFFER

3. Spanish Missions set up missions in east Texas to convert the religion of Natives Natives become hostile Spain loses interest in Texas— France is not a threat (La Salle’s failed mission)

4. The French Return Stay away for 10 years Begin setting up missions east of Texas (by Louisiana) start trading with the Natives Say they only want to help the Natives, not set up colonies…

5. Spanish Back in East Texas Spanish want a midpoint from central Mexico and East Texas Chose: San Antonio, Texas 1718: Mission San Antonio de Valero, better known as: The ALAMO!

6. Spanish—Move to Power supply abandoned missions to impress the natives Set up presidios– military support Totals: 10 missions, 4 presidios Spain’s power was secure –France only in charge: 1685-1689