Calais Fireship Attack
Howard sends fireships into the crowded Spanish anchorage at Calais, forcing Armada captains to cut their cables and scatter before Parma can embark his army.
Role range: 1536-1624 – 1558-1603
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Charles Howard Biography and Timeline
Follow Charles Howard through 2 dated historical records for France.
Charles Howard, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1588–1588Years on this page
1588
Battle of Gravelines
Howard's fleet attacks the disordered Armada near Gravelines and inflicts severe damage, preventing the Spanish from restoring the formation needed to cover an invasion.
Role range: 1536-1624 – 1558-1603
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