Rivalry, War And The Spanish Armada Flashcards
Over how many ships sank off different parts of the west coast of NI?
40
What was the land in South America generally called?
The New World
In what year did Philip II also become ‘King of Portugal’?
1580
In what year did Protestants in the Netherlands rebel?
1572
Who specifically was supportive of helping the Dutch rebels?
Earl of Leicester
Why did Elizabeth decide to help the Dutch?
It would help keep Spain occupied
What 3 things did Elizabeth do to help the Dutch?
- Sent an army of 7000
- Sent money
- Used Brill and Flushing as bases for English soldiers
In 1578 who arrived with a larger Spanish army?
Duke of Parma
What treaty was formed in August 1585?
Treaty of Nonsuch
What did Leicester feel about the money and equipment provided for the Dutch, which made him quarrel with his officers?
He felt that it was not enough
What title did Leicester accept, which made Elizabeth furious?
Governor General of the Low Countries
Why was Elizabeth furious about the acceptance of this title?
She believed it would enrage Spain even more, because it implied England wanted control over the Netherlands
What did Elizabeth do to strengthen coastal defences in the 3 years between 1585 and 1588? (3)
- Set up warning beacons
- Converted trading ships to fighting ships
- Provided soldiers
Who did Elizabeth put in charge of an expedition to attack which Spanish country?
Francis Drake to attack the West Indies
In what year did Francis Drake sail and with how many ships and men, when attacking the West Indies?
1585 with 30 ships and 2300 men
What were the 3 results of the attack on the West Indies to Drake and his men?
- Heavy casualties and disease
- Captured 2 wealthy towns
- Came back with £30,000
What was Drake also called?
El Draque (the Dragon)
When did the raid on Cadiz in Spain happen?
April 1587
What was the point of the Cadiz attack?
To weaken Spain’s preparations for the war
What was the result of the Cadiz attack?
- Heavy damage was inflicted on the Spanish ships
- Portuguese vessels heading to Lisbon with materials were destroyed
- Captured a treasure ship, the San Felipe, in Azores
- Returned with £114,000
What was the Cadiz attack also known as?
The singeing of the King of Spain’s beard
What did the Spanish have to do after the Cadiz attack?
They couldn’t attack for another 12 months to receive all the materials again
What were the 5 steps of Philip’s initial plan?
- Armada to sail through Channel to Calais
- Duke of Parma to march army from Netherlands to Calais
- Everyone travels from Calais to Kent
- English Catholics will rebel
- Elizabeth will be overthrown
How many troops were in the Duke of Parma’s army?
20,000
