The Alta California Supply Ships, 1773-76

Originally published in 1930, this non-fiction work tells the story of the Spanish supply ships that sailed from Mexico to California in the late 18th century, supporting the missions and military outposts that formed the nucleus of Spanish colonial power in the region. With meticulous research and vivid storytelling, author Charles E. Chapman offers a window into a little-known chapter of California history, shedding light on the daily lives of sailors, explorers, and colonists in a time of great change and upheaval.

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