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A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE 300th ANNIVERSARY OF THE 1715 PLATE
FLEET SHIPWRECKS OFF THE SHORES OF THE TREASURE COAST
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie County, Florida, has made the
following determinations:
1. The ships that comprised the 1715 Plate Fleet set sail from Havana, Cuba on July 24, 1715
carrying treasures and cargo destined for Spain.
2. Due to unforeseen events that delayed the sailing, the ships, sailors, and treasures were
destined to become a part of our local history when in the early morning hours of July 31, 1715, the
fleet was overcome by a hurricane resulting in the loss of life and treasure.
3. Hundreds of years after this tragic event, the discovery of these shipwrecks, and the salvaging
activities surrounding these sites, resulted in our area being named the Treasure Coast.
4. The 300th anniversary of this historic shipwreck will occur on July 31, 2015. Our history is an
important part of our culture and way of life, and should be recognized and remembered now and
for future generations.
5. The St. Lucie County Historical Commission has recommended that the Board of County
Commissioners commission a monument to be displayed at an appropriate location marking the
wreckage of the Nuestra Senora de las Nieves. This monument will serve to inform residents and
visitors alike of the historical significance of this event.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of County Commissioners of St.
Lucie County, Florida:
1. This Board does hereby recognize the 300th Anniversary of the 1715 Spanish Fleet that
wrecked off our shores, giving our region the name "Treasure Coast" and encourages all citizens of
St. Lucie County to join in the local commemoration events planned throughout our area.
2. The Board directs staff to evaluate the feasibility of a historical monument being placed at an
appropriate location to recognize the event.
PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED this 21s' day of April, 2015.
ATTEST:
eputy Clerk
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
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