Phillips, Carla Rahn

The Treasure of the

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ISBN 13:
9781421404165
author:
Phillips, Carla Rahn
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Johns Hopkins University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2011
Pages:
280
Dimensions:
5.80(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.90(d)
Genre:
Government Textbook
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£20.64

Description

The Treasure of the San José: A Story of War and Loss at Sea. In 1708, the Spanish galleon San José was ambushed by the British and sank in a tragic event that would become one of the most enduring maritime mysteries of all time. The ship's cargo, rumored to be among the richest ever lost at sea, has long been the subject of treasure hunters' quests. However, Carla Rahn Phillips sheds new light on this legend by examining the documentary records of the San José's final voyage and revealing a more nuanced story. Through meticulous scholarship and vivid detail, Phillips presents a biography of the ship and its crew, exploring the human dimensions of the tragedy that befell them. She delves into the accounts of British naval officers involved in the battle, as well as the impact on the Spanish government, survivors, and families of those who perished. By separating fact from fiction, Phillips offers a compelling narrative that not only addresses the question of the ship's treasure but also recovers the stories of those whose lives were lost at sea.

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