La Angostura
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leadhiker
N 35° 22.436 W 106° 29.637
13S E 364292 N 3915537
Algodones strategic twin of the Reconquesta of New Mexico is Santa Ana Pueblo.
Waymark Code: WMCTYV
Location: New Mexico, United States
Date Posted: 10/12/2011
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Marker Text:
Near here the Rio Grande Valley closes into a narrow pass (angostura). Control of this pass was critical to the safety of the trade along the Camino Real, so this area has been the focus of fortifications since the early 17th century. The 18th century settlement of Algodones developed as a result of continuing Spanish efforts to control the pass and nearby fords of the Rio Grande.
History:: Not listed
Link to History,Plaque or Sign:: Not listed
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