Spanish armarda

• How many troops were estimated to meet up with the Duke of Palma?

  30,000 troops
• What were the key components of England's naval strategy?

  • Faster, maneuverable ships
  • Warning beacons
  • Experienced leaders: Lord Howard, Francis Drake, John Hawkins
• When did Drake raid Cadiz?

  April 19, 1587
• What was Drake's initial mission during the raid on Cadiz?

  To spy and do some damage
• What contradictory order did Drake receive during the raid on Cadiz?

  He was told to sink ships
• On what date did the Spanish Armada set sail from Corunna?

  July 22, 1588
• What was the formation of the Armada like on July 22, 1588?

  Creased at formation
• When was the Battle of Plymouth fought?

  July 31, 1588
• What was the status of the Palma army on August 6, 1588?

  Not ready
• Where did the Armada anchor on August 6, 1588?

  Calais
• What happened on August 7, 1588, when the Armada was anchored at Calais?

  The English attacked
• What was the outcome of the battle on August 8, 1588, at Gravelines?

  Decisive victory for the English
• What significant speech did Queen Elizabeth I give on August 9, 1588?

  The Tilbury speech
• What was the famous quote from Queen Elizabeth I's Tilbury speech?

  “I have the heart and stomach of a king”
• What happened to the Armada after the battles?

  Forced north; 30 out of 67 ships returned