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José de Escandón was regarded as the greatest colonizer of northern Mexico. From 1746 to 1755, he directed exploration from Tampico to the San Antonio River, laid out 23 towns, most of which still exist, founded missions, opened roads, and established settlers. In recognition of his services to the crown of Spain, he was granted the title of El Conde de la Sierra Gorda.
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