The infamous Plate of Brass, once believed to be the proof of Drake’s 1579 landing on the California coast, was long celebrated before being declared a forgery in the1970s. But author Robert L. Stupack isn’t convinced the story ends there. In fact, Nova Albion and The Treasure of Sir Francis Drake: A Real-Life & True Crime Adventure suggests something far more disturbing, that the real plate was stolen and replaced

Do you really know where America’s colonial story began? Most believe it started with Jamestown or the Pilgrims, but what if that narrative is incomplete? There is a chapter, long buried and widely ignored, that could change how we understand the very foundation of European presence in North America. That chapter opens with a man by the name of Sir Francis Drake on California’s rocky Pacific coast, not in the

What if one of America’s most famous historical artifacts wasn’t a hoax after all? For decades, scholars have maintained that the Plate of Brass, a marker allegedly left by Sir Francis Drake in 1579 claiming California for Queen Elizabeth, was a forgery. But what if the real hoax was the story told to make people stop looking? This is the bold and disturbing question raised in Robert L. Stupack’s eye-opening

In the quiet hills of Marin County, a historical enigma turned into a gripping true crime saga. Robert L. Stupack’s book, Nova Albion and The Treasure of Sir Francis Drake, unveils a shocking claim: the famed Plate of Brass, a 1579 artifact declaring Sir Francis Drake’s claim of Nova Albion for Queen Elizabeth I, may have been stolen and replaced with a fake. This isn’t just a tale of buried

What would you do if you thought your backyard held a piece of lost history? For Robert L. Stupack, that question became a reality in the summer of 2000. What started with a glimmering green rock turned into a decades-long investigation that would challenge everything we thought we knew about Sir Francis Drake’s journey along the California coast. His book, Nova Albion and the Treasure of Sir Francis Drake reads

Have you ever wondered what secrets might lie beneath your own backyard? Most of us mow the lawn or plant flowers, never imagining that something earth-shattering might be buried just feet below our feet. But for Robert Stupack, what began as an ordinary day in Greenbrae, California, turned into a life-altering discovery. This discovery would challenge centuries of accepted history and shed new light on the mysterious circumnavigation of Sir

You might have come to a certain point where perhaps you want to quit. To take apart from your dreams and aspirations and to descend the purpose of your life. But let me tell you that there is nothing permanent. Whatever may be the cause of your losing spirit, you need to remind yourself that you can eventually do it and overcome anything, as long as you have the will

Imagine buying a house in a wealthy California neighborhood and stumbling upon a 400-year-old treasure hunt! This isn’t fiction; it’s the incredible true story of Robert Stupack, chronicled in “Nova Albion and the Treasure of Sir Francis Drake.” It all began with a brief, heavy morning shower in the summer of 2000 June. As soon as it ended, Robert went outside and began wheeling a lawnmower from the garage to

Being an avid reader, there are many components of a great read that keep me glued to a book. Sometimes, it might be a mystery that I love to solve and come up with a conclusion about what will happen. Sometimes, it is the character and their attributes that grasp my attention to the core. Many times, it is the engaging and real-life narrative such as Robert L. Stupack’s “Nova

Alright, history buffs and treasure enthusiasts, gather around! Are you up for a story that will take your breath away? This true-life adventure story will steer your adventurer and pique your interest to unearth something more – more than dirt and debris – perhaps a treasure from your own backyard? I am referring to Robert Stupack, a seemingly ordinary man from Greenbrae, California, who, on a fateful summer day in

Most Saturday mornings involve the hum of a lawnmower and the satisfaction of a freshly cut patch of green. But for me, that fateful June morning in 2000, the mundane took a sharp turn into the extraordinary. As I pushed my trusty mower across the familiar landscape of my Greenbrae Ridge backyard, a bright green rock, unlike anything I’d seen before, caught my eye. Curiosity piqued, I knelt, the California

Sir Francis Drake, the Elizabethan buccaneer with a knack for plunder, wasn’t just a master mariner.  He was also a notorious privateer, amassing a fortune estimated at a staggering $156.3 million in today’s money.  The question of where Drake squirreled away this wealth has captivated treasure hunters and historians for centuries. Did he bury it on a remote island? Sink it with a captured Spanish galleon? Or perhaps, as Robert

Have you ever wondered about the legends hidden within the folds of history, waiting to be explored? Among the many famous fables, the story of The Emerald Goddess is no exception. One of the great missing emeralds of Peru, The Emerald Goddess, was the centerpiece of a Shrine to the Goddess Umina. The Emerald Goddess story resides in the lush landscapes of prehistoric Peru, where the Incan civilization flourished in

There are a lot of treasure stories that captivate us to the core. But, when it comes to a lost and hidden treasure that is worth millions of dollars, the story of Sir Francis Drake’s Plates of Brass needs no introduction. For centuries, it has intrigued historians and adventurers alike. These legendary artifacts—or the brass plates are said to have been left behind by Sir Francis Drake, the renowned English

When I first moved back into my house on Via Corona on Greenbrae Ridge, little did I know that simple yard work on a Saturday morning would evolve into a unique experience packed with danger, excitement, and unexpected twists and turns at every step. I was finding strange things in my yard that made me wonder if my property had been a Miwok Indian village so I conducted internet research

There are 7,347,000,000 people on this planet who would like to find a buried treasure on their property.    IT HAPPENED TO ME! On a seemingly ordinary Saturday morning in June 2000, beginning of an extraordinary journey. Mowing my lawn in Greenbrae, California, after a brief rain shower resulted in a curious discovery: a bright green rock unlike any I’d seen before. Intrigued by the possibility of a connection between

The year is 1936. San Francisco bustles beneath its iconic fog, while north across the Golden Gate Bridge (still under construction), Greenbrae Ridge basks in the summer sun. This seemingly ordinary day takes an extraordinary turn for Beryl Shinn, a man on a casual picnic. Amidst the rocks, a glint catches his eye. He retrieves a small, flat piece of metal encrusted with grime and curious markings, igniting a historical

My backyard in Greenbrae Ridge in Via Corona had always been a source of wonder, offering breathtaking views that seemed frozen in time. One rainy morning, however, something new caught my eye: peculiar stones scattered across the ground. Some were emerald green, shaped like arrowheads. Seemingly unusual and fascinating, this sparks curiosity within me, wondering if these green emeralds indicate something bigger. Following the trail of these intriguing stones, I

The allure of hidden treasures and tales of intrepid explorers have captivated humanity for centuries, and few stories rival the mystique surrounding Sir Francis Drake and his lost treasure. This legendary figure from the Age of Discovery left an indelible mark on history, both as a revered naval hero and a character shrouded in controversy over his role as a Privateer. Born in Tavistock, Devon, England, in 1541, Sir Francis

For those with a heart that beats faster at the prospect of untamed landscapes, daring exploits, and the thrill of the unknown, the world is a vast playground waiting to be explored. If you’re an adventure enthusiast seeking to satiate that appetite for excitement, here are eight exhilarating pursuits that will undoubtedly ignite the flame of thrill-seekers: 1. Conquer the Peaks For those who find solace in the embrace of

In a world that often races against the clock, finding solace in the pages of fiction is not just a luxury; it’s a pathway to enrichment. Many view fiction as mere escapism, but the benefits extend far beyond a momentary break from reality. Let’s embark on a journey through the magical realms of fiction and uncover how this simple act of reading can be incredibly good for the soul. Expanding