Capture of Cadiz
Essex's troops storm and occupy Cadiz after the fleet defeats Spanish shipping, inflicting severe losses before the expedition withdraws from the city.
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1596 in Spain
Explore 5 historical events and records for Spain in 1596.
Historical records for Spain in 1596
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June
Cadiz Expedition
Essex sails with a major Anglo-Dutch expedition against Cadiz, combining naval and land forces in a direct strike at Spain's Atlantic military infrastructure.
October
Second Spanish Armada
Padilla leads a new Spanish Armada intended for the British Isles, but severe Atlantic storms scatter the fleet before it can establish an invasion force.
Other events (month unknown)
Capture of Cadiz
Loses Cadiz to the English
Capture of Calais
Captures Calais
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