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Spanish Galleon 1530-1690 by Angus Konstam (2004, Trade Paperback)
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Spanish Galleon 1, Paperback by Konstam, Angus; Bryan, Tony (ILT), ISBN 1841766372, ISBN-13 9781841766379, Brand New, Free shipping in the US 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.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherBloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN-101841766372
ISBN-139781841766379
eBay Product ID (ePID)30207366
Product Key Features
Book TitleSpanish Galleon 1530-1690
Number of Pages48 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2004
TopicMilitary / Naval, Europe / Spain & Portugal, Ships & Shipbuilding / General
IllustratorBryan, Tony, Yes
GenreTransportation, History
AuthorAngus Konstam
Book SeriesNew Vanguard Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.1 in
Item Weight5.3 Oz
Item Length9.8 in
Item Width7.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
Dewey Edition21
Series Volume Number96
Dewey Decimal623.8/225/0946
SynopsisDuring 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.
LC Classification NumberV767
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- May 02, 2018
Spanish Galleon with color pictures
This is a great small book with beautiful color pictures & good text. I happen to be building a Spanish Galleon & this has been a help. Thank you.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
