About this episode

This episode discusses the response of Spain to a French pirate threat in the 1560s and the creation of their treasure fleets.

In the 1560s, a French pirate terrorized Spanish America. In response, Spain designed the greatest ship on the high seas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Host: Matt Albers

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Organizations: Spanish America

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