Armada / English Attack
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Armada / English Attack
THE SPANISH ARMADA The English attack the Spanish from the stern as they sail up-Channel towards Calais, where fireships will disperse them Date: July 1588
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1588 Anglo Armada Attack Calais Channel Disperse Sail Stern Fireships
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This evocative print captures the pivotal moment of the English attack on the Spanish Armada in July 1588. The Spanish fleet, led by the Invincible Armada, sailed up the English Channel with the intention of invading England and deposing Elizabeth I. However, they were met with a determined English response. In this image, English ships are seen attacking the Spanish from the stern, as they continue their advance towards Calais. The strategic location of Calais, a key Spanish stronghold in France, was a crucial objective for the Spanish, as they planned to use it as a base for their invasion. The English fleet, under the command of Lord Howard of Effingham and Sir Francis Drake, used a variety of tactics to weaken the Spanish Armada. Fireships were a particularly effective weapon, as they were filled with tar and set alight before being launched towards the Spanish fleet. The sight of these burning ships, drifting towards the Spanish ships, would create panic and confusion, leading to collisions and the scattering of the Spanish fleet. The English attack on the Spanish Armada was a turning point in the Anglo-Spanish War and a significant moment in English history. The defeat of the Spanish Armada boosted English morale and strengthened Elizabeth I's position as a strong and capable ruler. This print provides a fascinating glimpse into this historic event, with the English ships boldly attacking the Spanish from the stern, and the fireships ready to be launched, adding an ominous and dramatic element to the scene.
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