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What were the English gentlemen pirates that attacked the Spanish treasure ships called?
sea dogs
Who raided spanish ships?
Ships were commonly raided during voyages. Pirates often raided Spanish ships for treasure and these ships were also raided and attacked by ships from other countries.
What was carried by Spanish treasure ships?
gold
Queen Elizabeth used pirates like to raid Spanish ships and steal gold and treasure?
Yes, she did. This was when the Spanish would be going to explore the Americas, then (I think it was Francis Drake) they would sneak onto their ships and raid them. But not with pirates. Anyway, the Spanish would come back furious, and she would deny every claim and pretend like she didn't do anything. AND THEY BELIEVED HER! The Spanish thought they were robbed by pirates...
Carried by spanish treasure ships?
Gold bullion, silver and pearls were sometimes carried by Spanish treasure ships. However, they sometimes carried more ordinary items such as tobacco and lumber.
What did pirates call hispaniola?
Pirates referred to Hispaniola as "La Española," which means "the Spanish Island." This name highlighted its colonial ties to Spain and its significance as a key location for trade and piracy in the Caribbean during the Age of Sail. The island's strategic position made it a popular base for pirates seeking to raid Spanish treasure ships.
Who the English captain who captured Spanish treasure ships?
francis drake
How did Spanish transport their stolen gold?
The Spanish transported their stolen gold on treasure ships they sent back to Spain.
What were the methods used by the buccaneers to break the spanish monopoly?
The buccaneers/pirates attacked the Spanish ships and settlements.
Who established a colony for a purpose of raiding Spanish treasure ships?
Sir Francis Drake
Who established a colony for the purpose of raiding spanish treasure ships?
Sir Francis Drake
What did Sir Francis Drake acomplish?
He plundered many Spanish ships in south America and also, he brought hoards of riches of treasure form Spanish ships he had sunk,.
