Drakes Circumnavigation Flashcards
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What happened
Sir Francis Drake’s circumnavigation of the globe took place between 1577 and 1580, making him the first Englishman to sail around the world. He set off from England with five ships, though only his ship, the Golden Hind, completed the journey.
Along the way, he raided Spanish settlements in South America, capturing a vast amount of treasure—over £500,000 worth (a huge sum at the time). He explored parts of the west coast of North America and claimed land for England, calling it “New Albion.”
His return in 1580 was celebrated as a major achievement, and Queen Elizabeth I knighted him. The journey boosted England’s reputation as a naval power and challenged Spain’s dominance at sea. It also showed that the English navy could carry out long and daring missions, inspiring future exploration and expansion.
What was the significance of Drake being knighted in 1581
Showed Elizabeths rebellious intentions and she wouldn’t stop fighting
What was the significance of Drakes ‘adventure’ and discovery
It encourages more investors and interest in foreign projects such as colonies and more adventurers in hopes of riches. England’s empire grew, and their reputation ment know one would dare challenge their naval dominance
What was the significance of ‘Nova Albion” in 1579
Elizabeth ignored the agreement by the Pope that America belonged to Spain. She showed she didn’t care about Spain and Catholic intervention and wouldn’t submit to catholicism, if she kept doing this, they would soon fear her
What was the significance of exploration
Drake travelled as far as north Vancouver and gathered useful information about the world, this gave an advantage to English sailors about the world and the vast opportunities
What was the significance of englands prestige and reputation
Drake travelled the world with only 56 men. It showed their determination and English sailors individual superiority to other countries. Now they were unmatched and nobody would dare challenge them. This ment opportunity as they could roam free and colonise without intervention
Examples of inventions
1569 the Mercator map was developed which had longitudes and latitudes for accuracy
Galleons in the 16th century
Printing press in 15th centuary
Culverins - long ranged guns
