1546
Zacatecas is founded after the discovery of rich silver veins
In 1546 Juan de Tolosa founds the town of Zacatecas after one of the world's richest silver veins is found nearby. Silver mining draws roads and settlers into Chichimeca lands.
1546
In 1546 Juan de Tolosa founds the town of Zacatecas after one of the world's richest silver veins is found nearby. Silver mining draws roads and settlers into Chichimeca lands.