Treasure Fleet

The Treasure Fleet was a series of Spanish ships from the 16th to 18th centuries designed to transport valuable goods, like gold, silver, and spices, from the New World back to Spain. These fleets often traveled together for safety, as they faced threats from pirates and rival nations. The fleet's purpose was to efficiently and securely send wealth accumulated in the Americas to Europe, supporting Spain's economy and empire. Their journeys were significant in global trade history, symbolizing the age of exploration, colonialism, and the flow of wealth between continents.