Which European empire's threatening expeditions and settlements in the South and West prompted Spain to establish a few settlement in Texas beginning in 1716?

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France's expeditions and settlements in the South and West of America, particularly in Louisiana and the Mississippi River Valley, were seen as a threat by Spain towards its territory in Texas. In order to counter this threat, Spain established missions and settlements in Texas beginning in 1716.

Which European Empire's Threatening Expeditions and Settlements in the South