The Spanish Treasure Fleet: Galleons and Gold Across the Atlantic

This episode dives into the legendary Spanish treasure fleets that carried silver from Potosí and gold from the Americas to Seville. Lucas and Luna follow a typical flota's perilous journey: the convoy formation, the threat of pirates like Francis Drake and privateers, the hurricane season, and the complex logistics of loading millions of pesos at Havana. They discuss the devastating loss of the 1715 fleet off Florida, the role of the Casa de la Contratación in regulating trade, and how this relentless flow of bullion transformed Spain—and Europe. Along the way, they touch on the galleon design, the crew's harsh life, and the myth of endless riches that eventually contributed to Spain's decline. A vivid look at the heartbeat of the Spanish Empire. #SpanishTreasureFleet #FlotaDeIndias #Galleons #PotosiSilver #CasaDeLaContratacion #Pirates #FrancisDrake #1715Fleet #Havana #Seville #Hurricane #Bullion #SpanishEmpire #AgeOfSail #MaritimeHistory #Gold #WorldHistory #FexingoHistory #SpainHistory #Reconquista Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo