The Juan Sebastián de Elcano, the Spanish Navy’s most iconic training vessel, made its last stop in the U.S. in New York City.
Its journey across the seas serves as a testament to the legacy of Spain’s explorers, diplomats, and military figures whose contributions were crucial in shaping the course of history.
On June 9th aboard this distinguished vessel, the Queen Sofía Spanish Institute in collaboration with the Premio de Historia Órdenes Españolas hosted an unforgettable evening that highlighted Spain’s pivotal role in the American Revolution.
The program featured distinguished historians who provided insights into Spain’s significant contributions during this critical period in American history:
- Juan Sebastián Elcano: The Man and His Voyage, presented by Dr. Carla Rahn Phillips
- The Spanish Navy: A Key Partner of the United States in Its Founding, presented by Prof. Larrie Ferreiro
- “The Martyr Cannot Be Dishonored”: Spanish Prisoners in British Prison-Ships in New York During the American Revolution, presented by Amb. Gonzalo Quintero
Additionally, the QSSI, in collaboration with the Daughters of the American Revolution, which was represented by Lynn Forney Young, proudly announced the upcoming America&Spain250 Symposium that will take place in Washington D.C. on September 19th and 20th of 2025. This symposium marks an important step in preparing for the 250th anniversary of the United States, celebrating the deep and enduring ties between Spain and the U.S.
To close the program, H.R.H. Prince Pedro de Borbón-Dos Sicilias y Orléans announced José Antonio Escudero as the winner of the VII Edition of the Premio Historia Órdenes Españolas.
The Premio de Historia Órdenes Españolas is awarded annually to a distinguished historian whose work has made an outstanding contribution to the study and dissemination of Spanish history.
Photos by Armada española
