2016/01/02 by Tatiana Seijas · 3 citations
Arts and Humanities · Social Sciences · #Latin American history and culture #Colonialism, slavery, and trade #Historical Studies on Spain
paper · doi:10.1080/10609164.2016.1180787
openalex publication_date 2016/01/02 · openalex created_date 2025/10/10 · openalex updated_date 2026/06/12
This article argues that, in Mexico, the Manila Galleon fostered local manufacturing, promoted regional trade networks, and enabled Indians and people of mixed ancestry to participate in a monetized economy along with Spanish colonists. Several activities related to the ships’ annual embarkment at Acapulco illustrate this economic impact, including the delivery of provisions like hardtack, the transportation of merchandise, and the administration of services to travelers