1605
Franciscans open the first seminary.
1606
Bishop Altamirano of Cuba visits, confers confirmation and minor orders.
1607
The English establish first settlement in Jamestown, Va.
1620
Pilgrims arrive at Plymouth Rock.
1620s
First chapel of Nuestra Señora de La Leche y Buen Parto (Our Lady of the Milk and Happy Delivery) is built at Mission Nombre de Dios. It’s the first Marian shrine in the United States.
1647
Three Franciscan missionaries killed near Tallahassee.
1672
Work begins on the Castillo de San Marcos.
1674
First seven priests ordained.
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