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This is Part 1 of an interview with author Jeremy Beer about his new book Beyond the Devil's Road: Francisco Garcés and the Spanish Encounter with the American Southwest. We discuss the challenges and triumphs of Fray Francisco Garcés, a Franciscan Friar and lesser-known but remarkable explorer, and his extensive travels across one of North America's harshest environments. The interview sheds light on Garcés' unique contributions through a detailed narrative of his life and the historical context of Spanish missions in the U.S. Southwest. Learn about the research, the hardships, and the incredible journeys that marked this intriguing chapter of early American history.
00:00 Introduction to the Interview
01:39 Meet Jeremy Beer: Author of Beyond the Devil's Road
05:12 The Life and Adventures of Father Francisco Garcés
08:27 Exploring the Vast Territories of the American Southwest
13:38 Challenges and Unique Contributions of Father Garcés
17:12 The Rigorous Training of Spanish Missionaries
22:27 The Spanish Frontier and Garcés' Role
27:27 Connecting the Spanish Missions: Garcés' Expeditions
32:29 Conclusion and Support for the Show
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