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Spanish Galleon 1530-1690

By: Osprey

Type: Softcover

Product Line: New Vanguard - Ships - Ancients to Ironclads

MSRP old price: $18.95


Product Info

Title
Spanish Galleon 1530-1690
Publisher
Category
Author
Angus Konstam
Publish Year
2004
Pages
48
Dimensions
8x10x.25"
NKG Part #
2147398645
MFG. Part #
OSPNVG096
Type
Softcover
Series
NVG96

Description

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.