The Archibeques of Sandia: Four Centuries of Family, Faith, and Pueblo Heritage in New Mexico Spanning more than 300 years, The Archibeques of Sandia follows the extraordinary journey of one New Mexican family—from the arrival of a young French explorer in the 1600s to the living descendants reclaiming their Pueblo heritage today. Author and descendant Bob Espinoza uncovers the intertwined histories of the Archibeque, Espinoza, Romero, and Quintana families, tracing their roots through colonial records, mission archives, and modern DNA evidence. From Jean L’Archevêque’s survival of the La Salle expedition to the family’s deep connection with Santa Fe, Sandia, Santa Ana, Blanco, and Santa Clara Pueblo , this book reveals a story of endurance, faith, and rediscovery. Part genealogy, part history, and part personal reflection, The Archibeques of Sandia brings to life the complex blending of French, Spanish, and Tewa Pueblo ancestry that shaped generations of New Mexicans. This deeply researched narrative celebrates a legacy carried in both name and land — a reminder that heritage is not only remembered, but lived.