Soldiers Of The Cross: Notes On The Ecclesiastical Period Of New Mexico, Arizona And Colorado (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162959276)

Soldiers of the Cross is a historical book written by J.B. Salpointe, which offers a comprehensive account of the ecclesiastical period of New Mexico, Arizona, and Colorado. The book is divided into different chapters, each of which provides a detailed overview of the religious history of the region.The author begins by discussing the early Spanish missions that were established in the area and their impact on the local population. He then goes on to describe the establishment of the Catholic Church in New Mexico, Arizona, and Colorado and the challenges that the church faced during its early years.Salpointe also provides a detailed account of the role of the church in the region's social and cultural development. He discusses the establishment of Catholic schools, hospitals, and other institutions that played a vital role in the growth of the region. The author also explores the impact of the church on the lives of the indigenous people and the challenges faced by the church in its efforts to convert them to Catholicism.Soldiers of the Cross is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the religious history of the Southwest. It offers a detailed and engaging account of the role of the Catholic Church in the region's development and provides a fascinating insight into the challenges faced by the church during its early years.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: J. B. Salpointe
ISBN-10: 1162959274
ISBN-13: 9781162959276
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 352
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.04lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.73d