Spain controlled the western coast of the North American continent in 1776 as the thirteen colonies declared independence from Great Britain. The mouth of the San Francisco Bay presented an entry to a new and rich world, ripe for the taking as various nations vied for control of the region. ![]() Golden Gate NRA, Park Archives, PAM Negative Collection, GOGA 35256.0645
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Last updated: February 28, 2015