La representación de las relaciones interétnicas en el discurso de Antonio Viedma (Patagonia Meridional, sigLo XVIII)

the aim of this paper is to analyze the interethnic relationship construction at the spanish colony of floridablanca (san julián, santa cruz province, 18th century). our analytic perspective integrates the discourses and daily practices from information provided by historical sources. in particular, we evaluate the representation of local tehuelches (aonikenk) in antonio viedma′s discourse, considering the implications of contact and indigenous practices for the implementation of the ideal society which sought to promote in the colony.