Elizabeth - Discoveries Flashcards
Sir Francis Drake
He brought back considerable wealth from his travels.
The knighthood he received encouraged more British sailors.He was key to the defeat of the Spanish Armada.
Walter Raleigh’s
Roanoke was the first English colony in America. Raleigh inspired all those who followed him to establish subsequent colonies.
Raleigh’s book on his travels to Guiana inspired others to explore the world, leading to settlement and the eventual growth of the British Empire.
John Hawkins
He was responsible for building up the Royal Navy.
He was a military leader and played a major role in defeating the Spanish Armada.
He was a successful privateer, like Francis Drake.
In 1562 he became involved in the slave trade.