Member Introductions

[Alejandro Orozco de Sancha]

Hi everybody, I’m Alejandro Orozco from Seville, Spain. Just paid the lifetime membership dues today. If memory serves, I’m the only member from Spain, after an antiquarian and coin collector from Barcelona who joined some time ago.

I hold a BA in History and have always had an interest in the history of the Spanish Empire. Of course, the 1715 Fleet and its fabulous treasure, piracy and other such topics are also among my passions. I have taken part in archaeological excavations as well, but sadly no underwater excavations yet.

I’m eager to hear back from other fellow historians and archaeology enthusiasts here. If someone ever needs me to take a look at the file of the 1715 Fleet in the Archivo General de Indias, or simply to conduct research there, please let me know. The archive is just a stone’s throw away from home. Will try to meet other members in person at the next biennial conference, if funds allow.