Introduction -- Competing claims on the land -- Preparing a territory -- Lack of due process -- Protection by soldiers and militiamen -- Conejos Indian Agency -- Manifestations of intimidation -- Pleas and petitions -- Continued obstacles -- Statehood initiatives -- Conclusion.
Summary:
"Sheds new light on political obstacles, cultural conflicts, and institutional racism experienced by Hispano legislators in the wake of legal establishment of the Territory of Colorado. Reexamines the transformation of some 7,000 Hispano settlers from citizens of New Mexico Territory to citizens of the newly formed Territory"--Provided by publisher.
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