
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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