What did the Spanish rely upon for defense in their North American settlements?
A) They ordered all able bodied men to serve in militia units.
B) They hired German missionaries.
C) They built presidios.
D) They signed treaties with local Indian tribes that provided soldiers.
E) They constructed castle-like fortifications and surrounded them with water-filled moats.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The Spanish built presidios, which were fortified military settlements, to protect their North American territories.

What Did the Spanish Rely Upon for Defense in Their