The Remains of a Manila Galleon Compass: 16th-Century Nautical Material Culture
This article reveals the recovery of a compass balance from a Manila galleon that was wrecked in the 16th century off the coast of Baja California, Mexico, and discusses the possibility that it was made in Spain. Based on an analysis of navigation treaties, written in the context of the training of...
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| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-05-01
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| Series: | Heritage |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2571-9408/6/5/219 |