Come with us and explore an area steeped in the Spanish Colonial Culture, whose roots go back in time to 1598. Explore Indian cultures going back to the prehistoric time of Bison Taylori and Folsom Man. Visit the sites of the old Spanish trails, old Spanish forts, acequias, livestock trails, and discover the churches that provided the impetus for exploration and Settlement. During your journey study the old trapper's creeks, and precious metal mines...

"Sheds new light on political obstacles, cultural conflicts, and institutional racism experienced by Hispano legislators in the wake of legal establishment of the Territory of Colorado. Reexamines the transformation of some 7,000 Hispano settlers from citizens of New Mexico Territory to citizens of the newly formed Territory"--Provided by publisher.