aug 19, 1775 - Founding of Tucson
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El Presidio San Agustin del Tucson is officially founded as a walled fort by Hugo O’Conor and consecrated by Fr. Garces. The Spaniards will use the Tucson presidio as a fortress from Native attacks and a garrison for supplies and military personnel in protecting the SouthWestern territory.
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