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Spanish Armada setting sail for England
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Spanish Armada setting sail for England
Spanish Armada setting sail for England on 18 May 1588 - about 130 vessels with 24, 000 soldiers and sailors on board. Date: 1588
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1580s 1588 Armada Attack Conflict Davis Sail Sails Threat Vessels
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This print depicts the Spanish Armada setting sail for England on May 18, 1588. With approximately 130 vessels carrying an impressive force of 24,000 soldiers and sailors on board, the Spanish Armada represented a significant threat to England during the late 16th century. The image, painted in vibrant colors during the 1950s, captures the grandeur and scale of this historic naval endeavor. The blue sky above is dotted with fluffy white clouds, adding a sense of tranquility to the scene, in stark contrast to the impending conflict at sea. The sailors, dressed in period attire, can be seen manning the sails and preparing their ships for battle. The vessels, with their colorful sails billowing in the wind, create a breathtaking sight as they set sail from the Spanish port, ready to transport their troops across the English Channel. The Spanish Armada was dispatched by King Philip II of Spain as a response to Queen Elizabeth I's support of Dutch rebels against Spanish rule. The English Navy, led by Sir Francis Drake and Lord Howard of Effingham, intercepted the Spanish fleet in the English Channel, resulting in a series of battles that ultimately led to the defeat and dispersal of the Spanish Armada. This evocative print serves as a reminder of the rich maritime history of Europe during the 1580s and the pivotal role that naval warfare played in shaping the political landscape of the time.
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