4 April 1580KnighthoodFrancis Drake
Knighted for circumnavigation of the globe. Elizabeth I knights Drake on the deck of the Golden Hind at Deptford, London
Historical records for England in 1580, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
Knighted for circumnavigation of the globe. Elizabeth I knights Drake on the deck of the Golden Hind at Deptford, London
Knighted for circumnavigation
Rounds the Cape of Good Hope
1st person to complete the circumnavigation of the World
Appointed Bishop of Winchester
Drake returns with treasure from Spanish ships, Elizabeth's share is 160,000
Drake returns with treasure from Spanish ships, Elizabeth's share is 160,000
The 1st Jesuit Priests land in England
Appointed Dean of Durham
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