History The Spanidh Armada Ships Weapons And Tactics Of Both Sides Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
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What were the Galleons?
A
They were huge war ships armed with cannon and powered by sail.
2
Q
What were the Galleasses?
A
They were similar to the Galleons but longer and narrower and powered by sail and oars.
3
Q
What were the Carracks?
A
They are merchant ships if
4
Q
What were the transport ships?
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They were to carry guns, ammunition and supplies.
5
Q
What were the small quick ships for?
A
To carry messages around the fleet
6
Q
What type of guns did the gallons and Galleasses have?
A
Muzzle-loading cannon mounted on the gun-deck which fired heavy shot to smash enemy ships and breach loading guns mounted on the top deck and aimed at enemy crews.
7
Q
What are the 5 Spanish ships.
A
Galleons Galleasses Carracks Transport ships Small quick ships
