Battle of Lepanto
Cervantes Saavedra fights at the Battle of Lepanto
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1571 in Spain
Explore 5 historical events and records for Spain in 1571.
Historical records for Spain in 1571
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October
Battle of Lepanto
Cervantes Saavedra fights at the Battle of Lepanto
Other events (month unknown)
Alba Consulted On English Expedition
The Duke of Alba was approached over the possibility of military intervention from the Spanish Netherlands.
Spanish Ambassador Linked To Plot
Guerau de Spes, Spain's ambassador in London, was associated with the network of contacts involved in Ridolfi's plan.
Spanish Intervention Discussed With Ridolfi
Ridolfi sought support from Philip II for a plan involving a foreign invasion and a Catholic change of regime in England.
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