Summary
A groundbreaking reconstruction of the Presidio de San Francisco de Conchos, a key fortification along Mexico's Camino Real de Tierra Adentro, reveals its historical significance and role in colonial defense. Despite scarce material evidence, this study achieved a satisfactory identification and virtual reconstruction by integrating historiographic analysis, comparative interpretation methods, and analogies with contemporary fortifications. The findings clarify the presidio's function in the occupation and pacification of northern Mexico during the colonial era, providing critical insights for heritage preservation and understanding its place within the broader context of the Camino Real.
Citation
Carrillo Acosta, R. (2024). Estudio interpretativo, histórico y virtual del Presidio de San Francisco de Conchos del Camino Real de tierra adentro en México. Devenir - Revista de Estudios Sobre Patrimonio Edificado, 11(21). https://doi.org/10.21754/devenir.v11i21.1716