Catholics Along the Rio Grande

The narrative explores the profound impact of Francisco Coronado's 1540 expedition on Native American lives, leading to the devastating effects of colonization, including disease and religious oppression. It highlights the Pueblo Revolt of 1680, a significant uprising against Spanish rule that temporarily expelled colonizers. The subsequent reconquest in 1692 saw a resurgence of Catholic influence, evolving over the next century as Franciscans were replaced by diocesan priests. Today, Catholicism thrives in New Mexico, shaped by its complex historical legacy.