New Spain

geographical name

Spanish viceroyalty 1535–1821 including territory now in southwestern U.S., Mexico, Central America north of Panama, much of the West Indies, and the Philippines; capital Mexico City

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“New Spain.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/New%20Spain. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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