The testimony of the founding of the city of Corrientes is one of the most remarkable documents left us by the English conquerors, through him, can one imagine how the events were happening at that time. First acted on the steps of rigor, which gives its name to the city, its boundaries were established, were appointed the first cabildo authorities and were given the oath of them. Step followed, it was noted the site for the construction of the Great Church, with dedication to Our Lady of the Rosary, which was established by the city's patron. Then comes the most solemn moment the ceremony is set at half the projected main square in the bottom of justice, which hangs the roll and drew his sword forward Juan Torres de Vera y Aragón gives two strokes invoking the name of the king, thus leaving to complete the founding ceremony. Passed after the authorities in advance of the company to tour the area and determined what would be the suburbs of the city, so that in carving up neighboring lots to the settlers.
The Founding Act is a fine document undisputed heritage of our history, that lets us know how and when our city was founded.
The Founding Act is a fine document undisputed heritage of our history, that lets us know how and when our city was founded.
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