Mission Santo Domingo

Mission Santo Domingo was a Spanish expedition in the early 16th century aimed at exploring and claiming territories in the Caribbean, specifically what is now the Dominican Republic. Led by explorers like Bartolomé Colón, it sought to establish Spanish presence, search for gold, and spread Christianity. The mission involved founding settlements, establishing diplomatic relations with indigenous peoples, and extracting resources to support Spain’s expanding empire. This venture marked one of the early efforts to establish Spanish colonies in the New World, laying the groundwork for future colonization and influencing the region’s history profoundly.