Spanish Galleon 1530-1690

Name: Spanish Galleon 1530-1690
Brand: Bloomsbury USA
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By Angus Konstam

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During the middle decade of the 16th century a new type of sailing vessel emerged, designed to carry the wealth of the Americas to Spain. This was the galleon, and over the next century these vessels would serve Spain well as treasure ships and warships, becoming a symbol of Spanish power and wealth during the period. The development and construction of the Spanish galleon are discussed in this book, and the ordnance and crewing needed to produce and maintain these stately vessels is covered. The author also examines the role of the galleon as a treasure ship, and describes how these ships were manned and fought in action.

Product details

Binding:

Paperback

Edition:

illustrated

Number of Pages:

48

Release Date:

2004-04-01

Publication Date:

2004-03-25

Publisher:

Bloomsbury USA

Languages:

Original: English

ISBN10:

1841766372

ISBN13:

9781841766379

Weight:

168 g

Height:

244 cm

Width:

162 cm

Thickness:

4 cm

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