Naval improvements Flashcards
1
Q
who redesigned the navy?
A
John Hawkins
2
Q
why was the navy redesigned?
A
due to rapid deterioration of Anglo-Spanish relations in the later 1570s
the English navy was inferior to the Spanish navy
3
Q
what was Hawkins’ role in the navy? what year was he appointed this role?
A
Treasurer of the navy, 1579
4
Q
how did Hawkins change the navy?
A
created small streamlined vessels that were more seaworthy, easier to handle and could stay at sea for longer periods of time
made larger vessels with long range guns
modified older ships
5
Q
what year was Hawkins able to accomplish this by?
A
1587
