The Merchant of Venice

What is referred to as "wealthy Andrew"? Why is it so referred?

from Merchant Of Venice by William Shakespere, act 1-scene 1

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It is widely agreed that the reference to 'wealthy Andrew' is a reference to the San Andrés, a Spanish ship that was captured during the expedition to Cadiz in 1596.