Legazpi: Background to his expedition
Levesque, Rodrigue (1992). "Legazpi: Background to his expedition". History of Micronesia: A Collection of Source Documents. Volume 2, Prelude to Conquest, 1561-1595. Gatineau, Quebec: Éditions Lévesque. pp. 23–28. ISBN 0-920201-02-4.
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Abstract: Provides a detailed overview of Miguel Lopez de Legazpi’s historical expedition to the Islands of the West, with specific focus on the preparation and execution of the voyage.
Legazpi’s Fleet Organization: The article outlines the organization of Legazpi’s fleet, describing the types of vessels, their tonnage, captains, pilots, and other noteworthy details. It mentions the flagship “San Pedro” and other ships like “San Pablo,” “San Juan,” and “San Lucas,” along with their respective captains and pilots.
Royal Officials and Key Personnel: Details are provided about various royal officials and other notable individuals who accompanied the fleet. This includes their roles and contributions, such as writing letters and keeping logbooks. Notables include Andrés Cauchela, Hernando Riquel, and Andrés de Mirandaola, among others.
Expedition Costs: The document extensively details the expenditure related to the fleet, highlighting various sources of funding and the costs involved in constructing, outfitting, and dispatching the fleet. It presents a breakdown of the costs in pesos of common and mined gold.
Augustinian Friars: Biographies of the Augustinian friars aboard the fleet are given, providing context on their contributions and life stories. This includes renowned figures like Fr. Andrés de Urdaneta, who played significant roles in the expedition’s success and subsequent events in the Philippines.
The document encapsulates the organizational framework, key personnel, financial aspects, and religious influence surrounding Legazpi’s significant voyage, which marked an essential chapter in the colonization history of the Philippines.
