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An impressive replica of a historic Spanish ship has docked at its second Kent pier this year. The Galeón Andalucía, which is based on vessels which sailed between the 16th and 18th centuries, has moored at Gravesend Town Pier. The Spanish Galleons were boats which led the trade and cultural routes between Spain, America and the Philippines. They were designed to cross the Atlantic and Pacific oceans and carry 150 people aboard including officers, crew, merchants and other passengers. Known as the Fleet of Indies, they covered the longest routes in history in terms of length and duration. The …

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