What impact did Alonso Alvarez de Pineda have on the history of Texas? A) He established the first Spanish mission in Texas
B) He was the first European to discover gold in Texas
C) He was the first European explorer to write about Texas
D) He was the first European explorer to map the coast of Texas

What is the significance of the battle of saratoga? a. the defeat at saratoga allowed the british to invade new england by land. b. after the defeat at saratoga france refuse to sign a treaty with the united states. c. the british won a decisive victory at saratoga. d. after the victory at saratoga france gave open support to the united states including arms money and ships.