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NATI2D-00490
Ruins of Spanish mission at Pecos Pueblo, seat of the 17th-century Pueblo Revolt, New Mexico.
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North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5883874
© N.Carter/North Wind Picture Archives
1600s 17th Century Adobe American Indian Amerindian Archaeological Site Archaeology Artifact Catholic Church Church Colonial Indian Mission National Park Service Native Native American New Mexico New Spain Pecos Pecos National Monument Pecos Nm Pecos Pueblo Pueblo Pueblo Revolt Roman Catholic Church Ruins South West Spanish Spanish Colonial Spanish Colony Spanish Mission Town Village West Western
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "NATI2D-00490" takes us back in time to the ruins of a Spanish mission at Pecos Pueblo, New Mexico. The seat of the 17th-century Pueblo Revolt, this historic site holds significant cultural and archaeological value. In this vintage image captured by North Wind Picture Archives, we are transported to an era when the American West was still being shaped. The adobe structures stand as remnants of a once-thriving village that witnessed both triumph and tragedy. The photograph showcases the architectural beauty of the mission church against a backdrop of vast open skies characteristic of the Southwestern United States. This Roman Catholic church played a central role in shaping local history during its time. As we gaze upon these ancient ruins, we cannot help but feel connected to the rich Native American heritage that flourished here long before European colonization. The presence of Amerindian artifacts serves as a reminder of their enduring legacy. Preserved by the National Park Service, Pecos National Monument stands as a testament to our collective past and offers visitors an opportunity for reflection on both colonialism's impact and resilience demonstrated by indigenous communities throughout history. With every glance at this evocative photograph, one can't help but be reminded that beneath these crumbling walls lies an untold story waiting to be discovered - one that speaks volumes about our shared human experience in North America's complex tapestry.
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