Helps the reader understand the fluid borders in this period. Also lists other states in the U.S. and in Mexico that may have relevant records.

Meant as a starting point for anyone with family history ties to New Mexico, as well as for those interested in the history of New Mexico. Well before Jamestown and the Pilgrims, New Mexico was settled continuously, beginning in 1598 with Spaniards whose descendants still make up a major portion of the population of New Mexico.

An "autobiography of New Mexico" in 7,000 place names. Includes detailed etymology of names when known. Gives location of each place, pronunciation of unusual names, and biographical or genealogical histories of families and individuals for whom places are named. Often gives date of first use of name, date and reason that some places were abandoned, previous names of places, local history, and a bibliography for further research.

2nd rev. ed.

List of people who received land as part of the San Jose del Bado settlement.

CD-Rom. Ask Library staff for retrieval.

Articles about New Mexico settlements.