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Santa Barbara Presidio (Santa Barbara, Calif.)

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Pedro Fages Calvary Inspection Report

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Identifier: MS-13
Abstract

Pedro Fages (1734–1794) was a Spanish soldier, explorer, and first Lieutenant Governor of the Californias under Gaspar de Portolá. He was the fifth Spanish Governor of Alta California (1782–91) when he wrote the inspection report contained in this holding. The manuscript details the cavalry at the Santa Barbara Presidio, including evaluation of soldiers, equipment, and supplies.

Dates: 1788-08-22