elizabeth key topic 3 Flashcards
give 3 reasons why the spanish launched the Armada
- religious conflict
- english support of the dutch rebels
- the treaty of Joinvile (1584)
what did the treaty of Joinvile state?
Spain could attack England without risking war with France
How did fire ships impact the Spanish armada?
- anchored spanish ships panicked and unanchored
- unanchored ships were blown off course
- unanchored ships were blown out of formation
how did the wind negatively impact the spanish fleet?
many spanish ships were blown north and wreckes on the cliffs of scotland and ireland
How did Englands naval leadership help them win the battle?
Drake, Howard and Hawkins (naval commanders) were all experienced at sea.
Hawkins designed Englands swifter ships as well as the fire ships.
How did Spains poor leadership contribute to their defeat?
Medinia Sidonia (naval commander) did not have a naval background and suffered sea sickness.
who were Englands 3 main naval commanders?
- Francis Drake
- Howard
- Hawkins
How many sailors did England have compared to spain?
England- 14,000
Spain- 30,000
Why were the Spanish sailors at a disadvantage based off of experience?
as they were used to sailing calmer seas in the mediterranean, unlike the English.
give 3 consequences of the English victory of the Spanish.
- England’s navy strengthened
- Elizabeth’s authority enhanced
- the protestant cause became stronger in England