Apostol Felipe Model Ship Kit Spanish Galleon – Occre (14000)

The Apostol Felipe Spanish Galleon Model Ship Kit is manufactured by Occre Model Ship Kits & Occre Model Boat Kits. They use high quality materials, made with precision and a great degree of detail. To ensure easy, enjoyable ship model kit assembly, all Occre Ship Model Kits are accompanied by detailed instructions, subdivided into assembly stages with full colour photographs. All ship model kits include wooden parts and double planking to make the perfect hull.

APOSTOL-FELIPE – Instructions

History of the Apostol Felipe

The Apostol Felipe was one of the six galleons built by Martin de Arana for King Felipe IV. It formed part of the “Silver Galleons”. This kind of galleon was used for transporting goods and treasures in the “Race for the Indies”. Its first voyage as a member of the galleon fleet was made in 1629, transporting treasures to Spain. It was an Admiral vessel of the Guardian Armada until 1633. It took part in the war of Brazil to recuperate Pernambuco and transported troops and money to Flanders, taking part in the battle of Dunas.