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The English fleet before Cadiz, Spain, 30 June 1596, prior to an attack on the harbour
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The English fleet before Cadiz, Spain, 30 June 1596, prior to an attack on the harbour
The English fleet before Cadiz, Spain, 30 June 1596, prior to an attack on the harbour, followed by the storming and capture of Cadiz, part of the Anglo-Spanish War (1585-1604). Date: 1596
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1590s 1596 Anglo Attack Cadiz Capture Oars Rowing Tudor Vessels Wars Fleet
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This evocative image captures the English fleet, led by Sir John Hawkins and Sir Richard Grenville, preparing for the assault on Cadiz harbor in Spain on 30 June 1596. The Anglo-Spanish War (1585-1604) between England and Spain was in full swing, and Cadiz, a vital Spanish port city, was a prime target for the English. In the foreground, a group of soldiers and sailors maneuver a rowing boat, their oars poised to strike the water. The English ships, filled with determined soldiers and seasoned sailors, are anchored in the background, their sails furled in anticipation of the impending attack. The calm sea reflects the tense atmosphere, as the English fleet readies itself for the storming of the Spanish harbor. The capture of Cadiz would prove to be a significant victory for the English, demonstrating their naval prowess and weakening Spain's grip on its American colonies. This historical photograph, taken from an original 16th-century print by Terry Parker from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of war, adventure, and maritime power.
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