Year 9 History Flashcards
In what year did the Spanish Armada set sail?
1588
Who led the Reformation?
Martin Luther
Who was Henry 8th first wife?
Cathrine of Aragon
Why was Henry angry at the Pope?
Because he didn’t let him divorce his first wife Cathrine of Aragon
What year was Mary Queen of Scots executed?
1587
Who did Mary leave her claim to the English throne to?
Philip II of Spain
Who was Mary’s first husband?
Francis II of France
Who was Mary’s third husband?
The Earl of Bothwell
In what formation did the Armada sail?
The crescent moon formation
Who was in charge of the Spanish Armada?
Duke Medina Sidonia
How many ships did the Spanish have?
130 ships
How did the English break up the Crescent moon formation?
The use of fire ships
What did Elizabeth turn down from Philip?
A marriage proposal
