Letter from the Viceroy to the King, Dated 13 Dec 1577

Levesque, Rodrigue (1992). "Letter from the Viceroy to the King, Dated 13 Dec 1577". History of Micronesia: A Collection of Source Documents. Volume 2, Prelude to Conquest, 1561-1595. Gatineau, Quebec: Éditions Lévesque. pp. 485–485. ISBN 0-920201-02-4.

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Abstract: Letter from the Viceroy of New Spain to King Philip II, dated December 1577, addressing the Manila galleon and imperial finances. The letter outlines the risks of the Pacific crossing, with storms, scurvy, and the loss of ships threatening communications. The Viceroy emphasizes the need for experienced pilots, stronger vessels, and better provisioning. He cautions against overextension of resources but affirms the value of the Philippines as a trading hub with Asia, urging the Crown to balance ambition with sustainability.