This religious and military conquest was not just a battle for territory,it was a battle for faith, identity, and cultural dominance. Dive into the complexities of the Reconquista, exploring how ...

The Red River Expedition of 1806, intended to be a scientific triumph for the United States, ended in failure due to a betrayal. Spanish forces, acting on Wilkinson's intelligence, intercepted the ...

The invasion of East Florida began March 10, 1812, when Georgian troops crossed the St. Mary's River into Spanish territory. ... Susan R. Parker holds a doctorate in colonial history.

1783: Spain regains control of Florida after the British surrender at Yorktown, which effectively grants the United States of ...

The pope’s family history of “gens de couleur libre,” or free people of color, can be traced back to Opelousas, a genealogical archivist says.