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Francisco Vasquez de Coronado begins exploring the southwest.
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La Salle claims land east of the rockies for France.
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The United States purchases Louisiana Territory from France, incliding estern Colorado.
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A settlement is founded at Canejos by six Hispanic families.
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Gold is found along the South Platte River.
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In 1876 Colorado becomes a state.
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Colorado grants woman rights to vote in state and local elections.
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Colorado's population reaches more than one million people.
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Tourism industry flourishes and ski industry begins.
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U.S. Air Force Academy is built in Colorado Springs.
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The Haymon Fire, near Colorado Springs is the largest wildfire in state history.
