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Autograph: Sir Francis Drake, 1586
3784351 Autograph: Sir Francis Drake, 1586.; (add.info.: Autograph: Letter from Sir Francis Drake to William Cecil, Lord High Treasurer, informing him that the whole Spanish treasure from the Indies for the last year only escaped him by twelve hours, but that there is a very great gap opened, very little to the liking of the King of Spain'. Sir Francis Drake asks for £6000 in order to pay off the poorer sort of men, in return for which bullion shall be sent. Letter written in Plymouth, on board the Elizabeth Bonaventure. 26 July, 1586. Signature: Sir Francis Drake. English sea captain, navigator and politician of the Elizabethan era, 1540 - 27 January 1596. Source: British Museum.); Lebrecht History
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Autographs Elizabethan Elizabethan Era 1558–1603 Handwritten Manuscript Hand Manuscripts Sir Francis Drake Sixteenth Texts Egnland Literary Arts
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This print showcases an extraordinary artifact from history - the autograph of Sir Francis Drake, dated 1586. The image captures a letter written by Drake to William Cecil, Lord High Treasurer, revealing a thrilling tale of his encounter with Spanish treasure from the Indies. In this remarkable correspondence, Drake laments that he missed capturing the entire Spanish treasure by a mere twelve hours but assures Cecil that there is still a significant opportunity to strike another blow against Spain. The letter was penned in Plymouth aboard the Elizabeth Bonaventure on July 26th, 1586. Signed boldly by Sir Francis Drake himself, it serves as a testament to his status as an English sea captain and navigator during the illustrious Elizabethan era. Displayed against a backdrop of intricate manuscript hand and literary arts typical of sixteenth-century England, this autograph offers us an intimate glimpse into one of history's most renowned figures. Sir Francis Drake's request for £6000 to pay off his crew members highlights his commitment to ensuring fair treatment for all involved in his expeditions. Preserved within the British Museum's collection and made available through Fine Art Finder's partnership with Bridgeman Images, this print allows us to appreciate both the historical significance and artistic beauty encapsulated within this piece of tangible history.
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