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the french began a colony in 1699. there is some french exploration down the mississippi before that. so the spanish are nervous about the presence of these french guys, the presence of a french colony that might conceivably be a threat to mexico and new mexico. and that, i think, is the primary reason. the spanish expansion into texas is generally a few missions with a small number of soldiers to go with them. a good day to remember is the founding of san antonio and 1718, that's the most significant example of spanish expansion. it is a site that -- well, what do the spanish look for before they found a mission or settlement? if you recall from new mexico, for example. >> and established settlement already. >> yes. that's exactly what they find. san antonio is a place with irrigated fields that has been established by local indian communities. so these spanish, in keeping with their pattern, are trying to move into an area that seems compatible with their style of life and also a place with a can grow food to support