Spanish Armada Flashcards
(15 cards)
Who was the ruler mentioned in the text?
The Kaish Acuada
What was the Spaath Almada under the rule of?
Cattlie King plotip
What were the reasons for wanting to defeat the Spanish?
- Enlan saulels stole money on the Spanish ships
- They rebelled against the Spanish
- They had gate, and fon the Edish
What did Francis Drake do?
Burned Spanish ships
How many Spanish ships were engaged at Cadiz?
30
What was Elizabeth’s action mentioned in the text?
Executing May
What were the Spanish attempting to do?
Invade England
Who set up warning beacons?
The English
What did Sir Francis Drake use to attack the Spanish?
Fireships
How many Royal Spanish ships did Drake take down?
30
What hindered the Spanish during their route?
Their route was blocked by the English
What happened to the sailors and their ships?
They starved and their ships hit rocks and got damaged
What was a consequence of these events for Elizabeth?
She could govern England and hand the Cast pros
What did the events prove about Spain?
Spain was beatable
