The Island of Queen Calafía

<p>This episode we discuss the early years of colonialism as Spanish ship captains attempt to make sense of the California coastline while having to deal with political rivals, English pirates, destructive storms, and indigenous peoples who may or may not have been happy to see the Spanish arrive on their doorstep. Also, if you're a Spanish ship captain, steer clear of Point Reyes.&nbsp;</p> --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app">https://anchor.fm/app</a>