The Spanish Treasure Fleet refers to a group of ships used by the Spanish Empire during the 16th to 18th centuries to transport valuable goods, particularly gold and silver, from the Americas to Spain. These ships played a crucial role in the Spanish economy, carrying treasures obtained from colonies in places like Mexico and Peru. The fleet typically sailed from ports such as Havana in Cuba to Seville in Spain. However, the ships faced numerous dangers, including storms and attacks from pirates and rival nations. Notably, the fleet was often targeted by the British and the Dutch, leading to significant naval battles.