The Last Hanseatic Captain – paperback

Explore true stories of the Hanseatic merchants, aviators, and families who connected Germany and Colombia across oceans and centuries. Each book is independently published and based on archival research.
A Chronicle of Friendship, Commerce, and Legacy between Bremen and Barranquilla

Step aboard the ships and stories that once connected Northern Germany and the Caribbean.
Written by historian Willy Gerdts, this richly researched book reconstructs the forgotten saga of the Hanseatic merchants who settled in Colombia during the 19th century — men and families who built bridges of trade, culture, and resilience between two worlds.

Through authentic letters, genealogical charts, and maritime archives, The Last Hanseatic Captain brings to life the era of the great sailing ships, the rise of Barranquilla as a commercial hub, and the enduring bonds of friendship that united Bremen and the Caribbean coast.