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3 unusual facts about José Chavéz y Castillo


Francisco Xavier Chávez

His sons Mariano, José and Antonio José continued and expanded the family business of carrying freight between Mexico and the United States along the Santa Fe Trail.

Jose Chavez

José Chavéz y Castillo, Mexican landowner and trader who served as provisional Governor of New Mexico in 1845

José Chavéz y Castillo

José Chavéz y Castillo was a Mexican landowner and trader who served as provisional Governor of New Mexico from 1 May 1845 until 16 November 1845, when Manuel Armijo became governor for a third term.



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