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Discover how the Yuma Crossing shaped the Anza Expedition 250 years ago, with local historian TammySnook sharing the area's important role in this historic journey.

In 1775–1776, Juan Bautista de Anza led an historic expedition from what is now Mexico through Arizona and California, helping shape the history of the American Southwest.

The Yuma Crossing area along the Colorado River played a vital role in this remarkable journey, serving as an important crossing point on the expedition's route.

In this special video, Tammy Snook, City of Yuma Historian and Curator, Interpretive Park Ranger, and Park Managers with the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area at Colorado River State Historic Park, shares the significance of Yuma Crossing and its important connection to the Anza Expedition.

The Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area is proud to be part of this collaboration, helping preserve and share the history of this remarkable journey.

250 years later, the stories continue!

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