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October 2, 2025Renaissance Quarterly

Gian Andrea Doria and his Real: Mediterranean Hegemony, Shipbuilding Complexities, and the Construction of the New Spanish Flagship Galley (1586–89)

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AAA. Jorge Aguilera-LópezUniversity of Helsinki

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Historical analysis reveals shipbuilding challenges of the Real galley in the Mediterranean, suggesting its role in maritime dominance.

Key Points

  • The construction of the Real galley exemplified the shipbuilding complexities faced by the Spanish Monarchy.
  • This article highlights how the Real served as a symbol of Mediterranean hegemony and Christian naval power.
  • Analyzed through rich historical sources, the ship's construction reveals insights into early modern naval architecture.
  • These Mediterranean vessels played strategic roles beyond warfare, illustrating their significance during their era.

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A. Jorge Aguilera-López (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68de796d5b556a9128e1af3fhttps://doi.org/10.1017/rqx.2025.10277
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