Santa Fe (N.M.)

Santa Fe, N.M., known as the oldest capital city in the United States, was established in 1610. Located at the end of the Camino Royal on the far northern frontier of the Spanish and Mexican empires it was an administrative, military and commercial center. From 1821 to 1846, Santa Fe was the provincial captial of the area covering New Mexico, Arizona, parts of Colorado and Utah. When New Mexico became a state in 1912, Santa Fe was designated the state capital. After World War I, Santa Fe became popular as a vacation and tourist destination.

From the description of Records, 1822-1934 (bulk 1901-1930). (University of New Mexico-Main Campus). WorldCat record id: 41248536