Monterey in 1786

Monterey in 1786
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Publisher : Heyday
Total Pages : 136
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ISBN-10 : UOM:39015019855058
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Book Synopsis Monterey in 1786 by : Jean-François de Galaup comte de La Pérouse

Download or read book Monterey in 1786 written by Jean-François de Galaup comte de La Pérouse and published by Heyday. This book was released on 1989 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On the afternoon of September 14, 1786, two French ships appeared off the coast of Monterey, the first foreign vessels to visit Spain's California colonies. Aboard was a party of eminent scientists, navigators, cartographers, illustrators, and physicians. For the next ten days the commander of this expedition, Jean François de La Pérouse, took detailed notes on the life and character of the area: its abundant wildlife, the labors of soldiers and monks, and the customs of Indians recently drawn into the mission. These observations provide a startling portrait of California two centuries ago.


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