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In the 1700s, the Spanish Empire stretched around the globe. Managing all the holdings was difficult, and when England and Russia became interested in the resources of Upper California, the Spanish government sought a way to establish itself more firmly in this faraway land.
The mission system was the answer to establishing outposts without great expense. It had been used in other Spanish territories, including Mexico and Lower California. The Franciscans, under the enthusiastic leadership of Junipero Serra, set out to begin a chain of Missions along the California Coast. |
|  | Its History The old California mission, San Luis Obispo, which is located practically in the center of town. It has seen many changes in the over 200 year span of time and has served as an active parish church since 1793. |
Inside the Mission These were what they would sleep on. | | |
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