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Trans-Pecos & Northern Chihuahua
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1670–1710 · Spanish missions & Jumano
1710–1770 · Apache expansion
1770–1825 · Presidio era & independence
1825–1860 · Mexican frontier & US arrival
1855–1875 · Civil War & Buffalo Soldiers
1875–1900 · Railroad & settlement era
1900–1920 · Revolution & border violence
1920–1950 · Depression, mining & park creation
1950–2025 · Modern era
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