sep 25, 1519 - Spanish established
Description:
Spain established the Spanish colonies in America known as New Spain (Nueva España) between 1519 to 1821. Spain controlled the south Atlantic coast, Mexico and the islands of the Caribbean. The first Spanish settlement was in Florida, followed by other Spanish colonies in areas now known as New Mexico, California, Arizona, Texas, and Louisiana.Added to timeline:
Date:
sep 25, 1519
Now
~ 506 years ago