Henry Morgan, a Welsh privateer known for his audacious exploits against the Spanish, orchestrated one of his most famed attacks in 1670 when he targeted Panama City. Following years of conflict and skirmishes in the Caribbean, tensions escalated due to the growing English presence in the New World and the Spanish retaliation against their commerce. Morgan, motivated by a desire for wealth and revenge against the Spanish for previous raids on English-held settlements, gathered a fleet of buccaneers and initiated his bold mission to seize Panama, a crucial gold and silver transit hub for the Spanish Empire.

The expedition began with Morgan's forces landing on the Panama coastline, where they faced a complex landscape that included dense jungles and the threat of hostile indigenous groups. Despite these challenges, Morgan's leadership and the sheer strength of his forces, estimated to be around 1,500 men, allowed them to push further inland. Morgan's forces engaged in skirmishes with Spanish troops and navigated through treacherous terrain toward their ultimate target: the city of Panama.

Upon reaching Panama, the buccaneers launched a swift and brutal assault. The city was ill-prepared for a siege, and after several days of fighting, Morgan's men overran the defenses and took control of the settlement. The plunder that followed was immense; Morgan's forces seized gold, silver, and other valuables, leading to a significant financial boon for the privateers. This victory not only solidified Morgan's reputation but also marked a pivotal moment in the ongoing conflict between England and Spain in the Caribbean theater.