The Spanish Armarda Flashcards
Q: How many ships were in the Spanish Armada?
A: 130 ships
Q: How many guns did the Spanish Armada have?
A: 2,431 guns
Q: How many men were in the Spanish Armada?
A: Approximately 30,000 men
Q: Who commanded the Spanish Armada?
A: The Duke of Medina-Sidonia
Q: Where was the Spanish Armada supposed to sail?
A: Along the English Channel to the Netherlands
Q: Who was the Armada supposed to join in the Netherlands?
A: The Duke of Parma
Q: How many troops would be transported to Kent?
27,000 troops
Q: What was the goal of the Spanish Armada?
A: To march on London, depose Queen Elizabeth I, and establish a Catholic government
Q: What long-term planning helped England?
A: John Hawkins advised Queen Elizabeth to build fast, maneuverable warships
Q: How were English galleons superior to Spanish ships?
A: They were faster and more maneuverable, allowing for quicker aiming and firing of cannons.
Q: How did smaller gun carriages benefit the English navy?
A: They allowed cannons to be reloaded and fired more quickly, increasing the rate of fire.
Q: How did John Hawkins contribute to England’s naval strength?
A: As Treasurer of the Navy, he ensured the development of faster, more maneuverable warships before the Armada arrived.
Q: What was a limitation of England’s galleon advantage?
A: By 1588, England only had 24 galleons, meaning their superiority alone couldn’t fully explain victory.
Q: What key naval battles are mentioned in the text?
A: The Battle of Gravelines and the Battle of the Isle of Wight.
Q: How quickly were the English ready to attack the Armada?
A: Within 48 hours of the Spanish fleet’s arrival.
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: Why was Medina-Sidonia supposed to meet the Duke of Parma?
A: Philip II’s plan relied on them joining forces in the Netherlands to launch an invasion of England.
Q: Why was Parma’s fleet delayed in setting sail?
A: He lacked deep-sea ports, requiring small ships and a 48-hour delay to load troops.
Q: What was a problem with communication between Medina-Sidonia and Parma?
A: Messages took a week to reach Parma, meaning he received orders too late.
