This important historical document sheds light on a little-known aspect of the complicated relationship between Mexico and the United States. Palacio's meticulous analysis of the claims made by Mexican citizens affected by Indian raids in the American Southwest provides valuable insight into the legal and political disputes that have shaped the border region. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.