War With Spain 1585-88 And Drakes Raid On Cadiz 1587

Question 1

What led to war with Spain

Answer 1

Elizabeth’s support for Dutch rebels

Question 2

In 1581 , Protestant rebels in the Netherlands declared independence from Spain and established the Dutch republic.Elizabeth gave

Answer 2

Limited financial help to the rebels because she was reluctant to provoke Philip by getting directly involved

Question 3

In 1584, how were the rebels almost defeated ?

Answer 3

In 1584, William the Silent , ( the rebel leader ) was assassinated.The Dutch Revolt was in huge danger of being defeated.

Question 4

How did Elizabeth give direct assistance to the rebels

Answer 4

In 1585, Elizabeth signed the treaty of Nonsuch.This placed the Netherlands under her protection and promised military alliance

Question 5

Why did Elizabeth sign the treaty of Nonsuch ( religion)

Answer 5

Elizabeth wanted to protect Dutch protestantim and prevent Philip from forcing Catholicism on the Netherlands

Question 6

Why did Elizabeth sign the Treaty of Nonsuch ?

Answer 6

The Netherlands ports were essential entry points into Europe exports.Without these pots, English exonomy would suffer tremendously.

Question 7

Why did Elizabeth sign the Treaty of Nonsuch ( military)

Answer 7

If the rebels were defeated in the Netherlands, Philip might use the Netherlands as a base for an invasion of England.

Question 8

Why did Elizabeth sign the Treaty of Nonsuch ( strategic )

Answer 8

In 1584, Spain were seeking the French crown.If the dutch rebels were defeated , then Spain would control almost the entire Channel and Atlantic coasts of Europe.

Question 9

How were Dudley’s campaigns in the Netherlands

Answer 9

Unsuccessful

Question 10

Who was Robert Dudley

Answer 10

The earl of Leicester

Question 11

What was Dudley appointed to do ?

Answer 11

He was appointed to lead the military expedition in the Netherlands.

Question 12

How were Dudley’s campaigns unsuccessful ?

Answer 12

Dudley’s campaigns in 1586-87 were unsuccessful.He suffered several heavy losses at the hands of the Spanish General.

Question 13

How did Dudley increase tensions between England and Spain

Answer 13

When Dudley arrived in the Netherlands he accepted the position of Governor - General.This was a serious mistake .It suggested that Elizabeth had taken control of the Netherlands herself, which riske provoking Philip even more.Elizabeth forced Dudley to resign the position immediately.

Question 14

What were the reasons why the English campaigns failed in the Netherlands ?

Answer 14

Dudley wasn’t a talented general.
His officers were bitterly divided over questions of strategy.
Dudley had a very small army compared to the number of Spanish troops.
Elizabeth didn’t provide sufficient funds to pay the English troops.
Troops were poorly equipped.

Question 15

What campaign was successful in the Netherlands ?

Answer 15

English naval troops for the Dutch rebels was more effective - a fleet of English ships patrolled the Dutch coastline and prevented the Spanish from landing some of their forces by sea

Question 16

How did Philip see the Treaty of Nonsuch

Answer 16

He saw it as a declaration of war

Question 17

How did Philip see the treaty of Nonsuch ( 1585)

Answer 17

Saw it as a declaration of war.

Question 18

What did Philip,do as a response to the Traety of Nonsuch

Answer 18

In response, he began building a huge fleet ( an Armada ) that he planned to invade England with.

Question 19

Elizabeth was aware of Philips plans .So what did she send Drake to do in 1587?

Answer 19

He sent Francis Drake, one of her most successful privateers, to spy on Spanish preparations and attack their ships and supplies .

Question 20

Why could Drake not attack the port of Lisbon ? ( where most of the new ships where being built )

Answer 20

The deep water port was protected by strong fortifications and Drake knew he couldn’t attack it with any hope of success.

Question 21

Why did Drake decided to attaxk the port of Cadiz ?

Answer 21

Drake decided to attack the port of Cadiz.It wasn’t well defended .Fewer naval ships were anchored there.The port was the centre for a large number of naval supplies which Drake intended to destrpy or sieze.

Question 22

When was the raid and what did Drake do there ?

Answer 22

In April 1587, Drake sailed into the Cadiz harbour.and began to the anchored ships there.Drake destroyed around 30 ships and seized many tonnes of supplies, including food and weapons

Question 23

After his raid, where did Drake go ?

Answer 23

After his raid, Drake sailed along the coasts of Spain and Portugal, seizing Spanish ships and destroying supplies that were being sent to Lisbon.

Question 24

What was the significance of the San Felipe

Answer 24

Drake captured the San Felipe, a Spanish returning from the Americas with gold , silk and spices.It’s valuable cargo easily covered Drake’s expedition and enabled Elizabeth to improve English defences.

Question 25

The Raid on Cadiz was a major impact on Philips plans to inade England.

Answer 25

Delaying the Armada by more than a year.

Question 26

How did the Cadiz affect economy of Spain

Answer 26

Obtaining fresh supplies and weapons was very expensive and impacted Spanish finances

Question 27

During his raids, Drake captured 1000 to s of planks made out of seasoned wood.Why was that significant ?

Answer 27

These were needed to make barrels to carry food and water,As a result, the Spanish had to make their barrels out of unseasoned wood.Which couldn’t preserve food and water as well

Question 28

What was the main problems caused by the raid on Cadiz

Answer 28

Caused supply problems for the Armada and affected morale of Spanish troops.Fresh water supplies were lost and tons of food rotted as the fleet sailed in 1588