The Gabriel Moraga Expedition Of 1806

The book titled ""The Gabriel Moraga Expedition Of 1806: The Diary Of Fray Pedro Munoz"" is a historical account of the expedition led by Gabriel Moraga in 1806 to explore the Sacramento Valley and surrounding areas in California. The book is written by Fray Pedro Munoz, a Spanish Franciscan missionary who was a member of the expedition and kept a detailed diary of their journey.The book provides a firsthand account of the expedition's encounters with the indigenous tribes of the region, their interactions with the local wildlife, and the challenges they faced in navigating the rugged terrain. It also sheds light on the cultural and religious beliefs of the Spanish explorers and their impact on the native populations.The diary entries are accompanied by historical notes and annotations, providing context and background information for the reader. The book is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of California and the Spanish colonial period in North America.Overall, ""The Gabriel Moraga Expedition Of 1806: The Diary Of Fray Pedro Munoz"" is a fascinating and informative account of an important moment in California's history, providing a unique perspective on the early days of exploration and settlement in the region.This Article Is Contained In The Volume IX, Number 3, May 1946 Issue Of The Huntington Library Quarterly: A Journal For The History And Interpretation Of English And American History. Contents Also Include: English Metrical Psalms In The Sixteenth Century And Their Literary Significance, Hallett Smith; Dryden's Georgics And English Predecessors, Helene Maxwell Hooker; And More.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.