Government's Questionnaire (1812) and Responses by the Fathers Ministers of Mission Santa Clara

Title

Government's Questionnaire (1812) and Responses by the Fathers Ministers of Mission Santa Clara

Description

In 1812 the Spanish government sent an extensive questionnaire to learn about the local culture and society of its colonies. In 1814 Mission Santa Clara responded to this important document revealing significant information about the beliefs, languages, dress, music, economy, etc. of the native population

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SCU Archives & Special Collections

Date

1812-1814

Source

https://content.scu.edu/digital/collection/msc/id/78

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“Government's Questionnaire (1812) and Responses by the Fathers Ministers of Mission Santa Clara,” Santa Clara University Digital Exhibits, accessed May 5, 2026, https://dh.scu.edu/exhibits/items/show/3489.

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