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2. Mexican secularization act of 1833 - Wikipedia

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   The Mexican Secularization Act of 1833, officially called the Decree for the Secularization of the Missions of California, [1] was an act passed by the Congress of the Union of the First Mexican Republic which secularized the Californian missions. The act nationalized the missions, transferring their ownership from the Franciscan Order of the ...

3. Great Seal of California - Wikipedia

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   Learn about the history, design and symbolism of the Great Seal of the State of California, adopted in 1849 and modified several times since then. See illustrations, descriptions and legal definitions of the seal and its elements, such as Athena, grizzly bear, grape vines, miner and ships.

4. Spanish missions in California - Wikipedia

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   Learn about the 21 religious outposts established by Catholic priests of the Franciscan order between 1769 and 1833 in what is now the U.S. state of California. Explore the history, culture, legacy, and controversies of the missions and their impact on indigenous peoples and settlers.

5. California mission clash of cultures - Wikipedia

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   In 1811, the Spanish Viceroy in Mexico sent an interrogatorio (questionnaire) to all missions in Alta California regarding the customs, disposition, and condition of the Mission Indians. [5] The replies, which varied greatly in length, spirit, and even value of information, were collected and prefaced by the Father-Presidente with a short ...

6. Notary public - Wikipedia

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   A notary public is a public officer who validates signatures, administers oaths, and performs other official acts in non-contentious matters. Learn about the differences between common-law and civil-law notaries, the training and appointment of notaries, and the types of notarial acts.

7. 1776 letter by Junipero Serra outlined his plan for ...

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   A 248-year-old letter by Father Junipero Serra, regarded as the founder of the California mission system, is expected to go to auction at Siegel Auction Galleries in New York City in September 2024.