Why did the Spanish build missions in Texas?

Answer 1

In an attempt to convert the Native Americans to their state religion, Roman Catholicism.

Answer 2

They feared the French would gain control of Texas and take the land they claimed. Alonso de Leon and Father Massanet were impressed by the land and Tejas (Texas).

Answer 3

to converte native Americans to the catholic faith. and to start colonies to prevent the french from claiming land.

Answer 4

The Spanish built missions beginning in 1769 to colonize parts of present-day California. This was in large part a response to Russian fur trappers moving farther down the coast from Alaska.