Tales of Mexican California: Antonio Coronel's Memoirs - Part 2
To hear Part 1, go to Episode 065.
In this episode of the California Frontier Podcast, Damian Bacich continues exploring the memoirs of Antonio Franco Coronel. Coronel's account provides a riveting look into his experiences as a Superior Court Judge in Mexican California during the 1840s, a time marked by political instability and frequent criminal conduct by soldiers.
The memoir sheds light on key historical moments, including the failed colonization efforts, the uprising against Governor Manuel Micheltorena, and the early signs of American annexation. Coronel's detailed recounting of robberies and kidnappings from New Mexico and his interactions with notable figures like Pio Pico, Jose Castro, and John Sutter offer valuable insights into a tumultuous period in California history.
00:00 Introduction to Antonio Franco Coronel's Memoirs
00:21 Arrival and Early Challenges in Alta California
01:36 Political Instability and New Governance
03:34 The Crimes of the Permanent California Battalion
05:25 The Great Robbery at Don Vicente Sanchez's House
12:13 Banditry and Contraband on the Old Spanish Trail
13:18 The Case of the Stolen Turkeys
20:52 Rebellion Against Governor Micheltorena
25:17 Failed Negotiations and Micheltorena's Dilemma
30:16 Conclusion and Reflections on Coronel's Memoirs
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- Show
- FrequencyEvery two weeks
- Published27 February 2025 at 12:00 UTC
- Length34 min
- RatingClean