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General of the Northern Frontier: Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo
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This episode is dedicated the remarkable life of Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo, a central figure in the pivotal era of California's origins.
Born into a military family in 1808 Monterey, Vallejo's thirst for knowledge and quick wit allowed him to receive a prestigious education from the governor himself. Vallejo rapidly ascended the military ranks, becoming the powerful commander who established a pueblo and presidio in Sonoma - the northernmost reaches of the territory. Vallejo's exploits included an unlikely friendship with a Native American chieftain that shaped the history of Mexican California.
When the Bear Flag Revolt sought to overthrow Mexican rule, the charismatic Vallejo charmed the insurgents over a meal before being imprisoned.
In the new State of California, Vallejo fought tirelessly to preserve the voices and stories of his fellow Californios. He collaborated extensively with esteemed historian H.H. Bancroft, opening doors to gather oral histories. Vallejo's own remarkable memoirs shed light on this captivating era.
Listen now to dive into the extraordinary life of this trailblazer who left an indelible mark on California history.
To learn more:
- Recuerdos: Historical and Personal Remembrances Relating to Alta California, 1769–1849
- Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo: Life in Spanish, Mexican, and American California
- General Vallejo and the Advent of the Americans
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