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The Manila Galleon: Silver, Silk, and the Making of a Global Trade

The Manila Galleon: Silver, Silk, and the Making of a Global Trade

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For 250 years, the Manila Galleon was the lifeline of the Spanish Philippines — and one of the most extraordinary trade routes in history. This episode follows the annual voyage of the galleons from Manila to Acapulco, carrying Chinese silk, porcelain, and spices, and returning laden with Mexican silver. Lucas and Luna explore the brutal conditions for crew and passengers, the role of the galleon in forging a global economy, and its profound impact on Philippine society — from the rise of Chinese mestizo merchants to the cultural blending that shaped modern Filipino identity. They discuss the infamous tornaviaje, the construction and defense of the galleons, and the legacy of this early globalization. Specific figures include Governor-General Juan Niño de Tabora and navigator Andrés de Urdaneta, who discovered the return route. The episode also touches on the local shipbuilders and carpenters who built these massive vessels in the forests of Bicol and Cavite. #ManilaGalleon #AcapulcoTrade #SilverTrade #ChineseSilk #AndresDeUrdaneta #Tornaviaje #PhilippineHistory #SpanishColonial #GlobalTrade #GalleonTrade #Sangley #Mestizos #Cavite #Bicol #PacificTrade #ColonialPhilippines #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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