1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:10,810 Good morning and welcome back to our breaking news program where we bring stories about the American War of Independence. 2 00:00:10,810 --> 00:00:17,809 Today we have a really special show because we are going to talk with Bernardo de Galvez, leader of the Spanish forces fighting for the American Revolution. 3 00:00:17,809 --> 00:00:24,809 His forces are in pursuit of liberation of the colonies from the British and the formation of a new nation founded on fundamental freedoms. 4 00:00:24,809 --> 00:00:26,809 Over to you, Hugo, in the field. 5 00:00:26,809 --> 00:00:34,810 Thank you. Yes, we are right now in the Battle of Pensacola, where Bernardo de Galvez is going to talk about the advances in combat. 6 00:00:34,810 --> 00:00:37,810 Bernardo, what is the situation right now? 7 00:00:37,810 --> 00:00:42,810 Well, our principal mission is to take control of the west part of Florida. 8 00:00:42,810 --> 00:00:51,810 Our troops are advancing towards the front of the battle, while we are taking control of the British territory also from the sea. 9 00:00:51,810 --> 00:00:54,810 And what is your strategy for doing that? 10 00:00:54,810 --> 00:01:04,170 Our strategy is that our best Spanish soldiers will fight with the warriors of the Kaskaskian native tribe and men from the Black Militia. 11 00:01:04,670 --> 00:01:12,769 With this collaboration, our troops will gain knowledge of the terrain, strategic support and work together to achieve a new nation. 12 00:01:13,250 --> 00:01:16,290 We wish you good luck and success on your mission. 13 00:01:16,590 --> 00:01:17,150 Thank you. 14 00:01:18,129 --> 00:01:23,549 Well, we have already heard Bernardo de Galvez's words and it seems they have the situation under control. 15 00:01:23,549 --> 00:01:32,030 So now we'll go to the other side of this battle, to the English general George Campbell, to get his perspective on this battle. Over to you, Adrián. 16 00:01:32,609 --> 00:01:40,629 Exactly, Dario. We are right now with the English general John Campbell. Let's see what he can tell us about this battle. 17 00:01:41,230 --> 00:01:42,230 Good morning, General. 18 00:01:42,909 --> 00:01:43,489 Good morning. 19 00:01:43,849 --> 00:01:46,010 How is this battle of Pensacola going? 20 00:01:46,010 --> 00:01:54,010 The situation is very difficult. Galvez's numerical superiority and the Spanish bravery have shattered our defences. 21 00:01:54,010 --> 00:01:58,010 My men are fighting the best they can, but the position is untenable. 22 00:01:58,010 --> 00:02:02,010 And do you have any strategy for overcoming this situation? 23 00:02:02,010 --> 00:02:07,010 As our position is hopeless, we are forced to resist as best we can. 24 00:02:07,010 --> 00:02:11,009 But those crazy soldiers of Spain don't know what to expect from them. 25 00:02:11,009 --> 00:02:21,009 The military strategies are as diverse as themselves, especially with the combination of the native, black militia and hispanic soldiers. 26 00:02:21,009 --> 00:02:26,009 Plus all the supplies that are constantly received from Diego de Gardoqui. 27 00:02:26,009 --> 00:02:31,009 We will strengthen our defenses for resisting as much as we can. 28 00:02:31,009 --> 00:02:33,009 Have you considered giving up? 29 00:02:33,009 --> 00:02:34,009 Not for now. 30 00:02:34,009 --> 00:02:36,009 Alright, thank you for your time, General. 31 00:02:36,009 --> 00:02:37,009 No problem. 32 00:02:37,009 --> 00:02:41,490 Thank you all for tuning in. However, this battle end will 33 00:02:41,490 --> 00:02:44,770 centrally have world-wide ramification as Bernardo de 34 00:02:44,770 --> 00:02:47,330 Galvez support could just be the thing that pushes these 35 00:02:47,330 --> 00:02:50,530 colonies to the victory against the British. That would be a 36 00:02:50,530 --> 00:02:53,650 monumental win and the signal of a new era in the Americas. 37 00:02:53,650 --> 00:02:56,849 Thanks to our listeners and we will continue to keep you all 38 00:02:56,849 --> 00:02:59,810 informed. We hope you like it and we will wait you in the 39 00:02:59,810 --> 00:03:02,289 next program.