Item Details
Ruins of Old Indian Mission, Taos Pueblo, N. M.
| Format | Postcard |
|---|---|
| Description | 2 pages |
| Language | English |
| City, State | Taos, NM |
| Denomination | Catholic Church |
| Subject | Fine Arts |
| Notes | The Mission of San Geronimo, built in 1635 by the Franciscan Fathers, was constantly in service under this order until destroyed in 1847 by Col. Sterling Price, who shelled it during the Taos Indian uprising and massacre. |
| Collection | James R. Tanis Collection of Church Postcards |
| Contributor | Princeton Theological Seminary |
| Rights |  Copyright Not EvaluatedDigitized collections are made accessible for purposes of education and research.
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