1715 Fleet

The 1715 Fleet refers to a group of Spanish ships that sank off Florida’s coast in 1715 during a hurricane while transporting gold, silver, and valuable goods from the New World to Spain. These ships were part of a larger fleet, and their wrecks have become famous archaeological sites. Over the centuries, many artifacts and treasure have been recovered, making the site a significant historical and underwater cultural resource. The wrecks provide insight into early 18th-century maritime travel, shipbuilding, and the hazards faced by explorers and traders during that era.