Outbreak of war with Spain Flashcards
1
Q
What increased war between England and Spain
A
English involvement in the Protestant rebellion in Netherlands where King Phillip was controlling
2
Q
When did England directly nether the war between Netherlands and Spain
A
1585
3
Q
By 1587 what seemed possible
A
A spanish invasion
4
Q
What made the Spanish not invade England
A
Drake sailed right into the Spanish Harbour of Cadiz in April 1587 and did heavy damage on the invasion fleet
5
Q
How long did Drake delay the Spanish Armada invasion for
A
A year
