This captivating memoir by Walter Colton provides a detailed account of his time serving as the first American Alcalde (magistrate) in Monterey, California. Colton's lively prose and keen eye for detail make this a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in...
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