Soldiers Of The Cross: Notes On The Ecclesiastical Period Of New Mexico, Arizona And Colorado

Soldiers of the Cross: Notes on the Ecclesiastical Period of New Mexico, Arizona and Colorado is a historical account of the Catholic Church's influence and development in the American Southwest during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Written by J.B. Salpointe, a prominent Catholic bishop and historian, the book explores the challenges faced by the Church as it established a presence in the region, including the interactions between the Church and the indigenous peoples and the struggles to establish a stable hierarchy. The book also examines the broader political and social context of the era, including the impact of the Mexican Revolution and the rise of anti-Catholic sentiment in the United States. Drawing on extensive archival research and personal experience, Soldiers of the Cross provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of the Catholic Church in the American Southwest and its enduring legacy in the region.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.