Question

How did Jose de Escandon contribute to the Spanish colonization of Texas? select all that apply.

A. He helped settle mission San Saba.
B. He brought more than 6,00 people to Texas.
C. He mapped large portions of Texas.
D. He helped establish Corpus Christi in West Texas.

Answer 1

Jose de Escandon contribute to the Spanish colonization of Texas by buying more than 6,00 people to Texas, mapping large portions of Texas and helping establish Corpus Christi in West Texas.

Answer: Option B, C & D

Step-by-step explanation:

Jose De Escandon was the first governor and the colonizer of Nuevo Santander. He was the one responsible of settling down at least 20 towns around the area of Rio Grande. Because of these efforts he is also known as the Father of the lower valley of Rio Grande.

He helped people settling in Texas also and also helped to establish Corpus Christi in the beginning where he helped settle 50 families at the head of the bay. Thus his contributions are significant in this colonization.