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Spain in 1585

Historical records for Spain in 1585, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.

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1585Invasion of EnglandPhilip II

Warfare / Anglo-Spanish War

It would end the English support for the United Provincesthat had successfully seceded from Spanish rule and cut off English attacks on Spanish trade and settlements in the New World.

1585Invasion of EnglandPhilip II

Warfare / Anglo-Spanish War

Philip planned an expedition to invade England in order to overthrow the Protestant regime of Elizabeth and reinstate Catholicism.

1585Invasion of EnglandPhilip II

Warfare / Anglo-Spanish War

Plans the Armada. It is believed that Queen Mary's supporters will not offer resistance

1585Invasion of EnglandPhilip II

Warfare / Anglo-Spanish War

The King was supported by Pope Sixtus V, who treated the invasion as a crusade, with the promise of a subsidy should the Armada make land. Reports suggest the old nobility will rally to the Catholics. Reports suggest 12 English counties are Protestant.

1585La GaletaMiguel de Cervantes Saavedra

Arts / Literature

Publication of "La Galeta"

Names involved

Miguel de Cervantes SaavedraPhilip II

Provenance

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