Historical Organization

Diocese of Santa Marta

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Diocese of Santa Marta

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Bishop MartĂ­n de Calatayud begins an inspection of pearl-fishery labor

đź“… 16 June 1544

Bishop MartĂ­n de Calatayud began a royal inspection of pearl fisheries on 16 June 1544. His visit examined the treatment and living conditions of Indigenous workers. He ordered better daily food and...