Other Notable Figures

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Settlers in the Pimería Alta often endured harrowing journeys and tremendous hardships to establish themselves in the frontier country of New Spain (later called Mexico and even later called the United States).

Diego Romero was a mestizo. He was highly regarded by his neighbors, Spaniards, mestizos, and Indians alike. He and his family were the first to set up permanent residence in the upper Santa Cruz Valley. That most likely happened in the spring of 1727. Read more about his tale of intrigue.

Manuel José de Sosa was certified as both a public and ecclesiastic scribe with one of the most beautiful handwritings of his day. He worked closely with Juan Bautista de Anza II. Read more about this figure and his records of important events in the Pimería Alta.

 
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Politics during mission times, as now, played an important role in how people related to one another. In business, in religion, and in personal relationships, the political leaders could wield great power.

Gabriel Prudhom Butrón y Mujica
He was next to the last Alcalde Mayor of Sonora before the first governor was appointed. He established the Royal Mining Camp of Nuestra Señora de la Limpia Concepción de Agua Caliente in 1735 near the Arizona Ranch owned by Bernardo de Urrea.

Juan de Mendoza
Governor of Sonora, he was wounded in the throat by a Seri arrow near Saracachi, Sonora. He was brought back to Horcasitas and died a few days later on November 27, 1760.

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