Mission San Juan Bautista

Early photo circa 1880

Mission San Juan Bautista
Founded by Father Fermin Francisco de Lasuen in June 24, 1797. Named for Saint John the Baptist, son Zachariah and Baptizer of Jesus Christ ( Patron saint of monks). This Mission is the largest in the 21 Spanish Californian chain. Damaged by 1906 earthquake; restored in 1949-1950. The walls of this mission are four feet thick and took the indians 15 years to build. Since this photo was taken the roof to the tower was blown down and the tower was later removed.

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		Early photo circa 1880 Mission San Juan Bautista Founded by Father Fermin Francisco de Lasuen in June 24, 1797. Named for Saint John the Baptist, son Zachariah and Baptizer of Jesus Christ ( Patron saint of monks). This Mission is the largest in the 21 Spanish Californian chain. Damaged by 1906 earthquake; restored in 1949-1950. The walls of this mission are four feet thick and took the indians 15 years to build. Since this photo was taken the roof to the tower was blown down and the tower was later removed. << Back \| Home \| Contact Us \| Site Map \| Search This Site TOP