Francis DrakeApril 1587
A raid on Cadiz, led by Francis Drake had captured or destroyed some thirty ships and great quantities of supplies, setting preparations back by a year
England · Warfare / Anglo-Spanish War. Chronological records rendered directly from the World History Database.
A raid on Cadiz, led by Francis Drake had captured or destroyed some thirty ships and great quantities of supplies, setting preparations back by a year
Says he has "singed the King's beard". Destroys 36 Spanish ships & intercepts barrel staves intended for the armada. Delays the Armada by 1 year
Assists Essex on his Cadiz expedition
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