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Santa Fe established as capital

Type Event Region North America Time 1610

In 1610, the Spanish colonial authorities formally established Santa Fe as the seat of the governor of New Mexico, making it the capital of the north…

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  1. 1610Santa Fe · New MexicoUnder Governor Pedro de Peralta of New Mexico, the colonial government moved the capital from a previous outpost to Santa Fe, establishing a governor's palace and civic center, strengthening administrative control over Pueblo regions and missionary activities.

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