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    California Missions: 50 Interesting Facts

    The California missions are home to fascinating stories and interesting facts. The following is a list 50 things you might not know…

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    Choosing a Mission Site: San Miguel Arcángel

    Choosing a Mission Site: San Miguel Arcángel

    How was a mission site chosen? What factors went into the location of a mission? Who decided where to build a mission?…

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    Indian Life at the California Missions – San Miguel Arcangel

    One of the things people often ask about is what life was like on the California missions, especially Indian life. Some of…

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