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English and Spanish warships of the 100 Years War : the earl of Pembrokes expedition is attacked by the Spanish fleet
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1372 Attacked War Ships 14th Fleet
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This striking image captures the intensity and brutality of the Naval battles during the 100 Years War (1337-1453) between England and Spain. The scene depicts Earl of Pembroke's expedition being attacked by the formidable Spanish fleet in the year 1372. The Earl of Pembroke, a prominent English nobleman, led a transport fleet carrying supplies and reinforcements to support English forces in the Iberian Peninsula. As the English ships approached the Spanish coast, they were met with a surprise ambush by the Spanish fleet. The Spanish, under the command of the powerful Alonso Jernan Perez de Cabrera, launched a coordinated attack on the English vessels, catching them off guard. The English ships, though larger and more heavily armed, were outmaneuvered by the smaller and more agile Spanish galleys. The image shows the English ships engaged in fierce combat, with Spanish galleys closing in for the kill. The English ships' sails are torn, and their masts are splintered, indicating the intensity of the battle. The Spanish galleys, on the other hand, are shown with their sails fully set, demonstrating their agility and speed. The 100 Years War was a long and brutal conflict between England and France, with Spain entering the fray as an ally of France. This naval battle is just one of many that took place during the conflict, highlighting the importance of naval power in medieval warfare. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the risks and challenges faced by medieval naval forces and the strategic importance of the seas during times of war.
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