political and religious rivalry

• Who backed Philippe II?

  The Pope
• Who saw Spanish Catholics as a threat?

  English Protestants
• What was the situation in the Netherlands regarding Spanish rule?

  Many revolted against Spanish control
• What happened to the Spanish government in 1576?

  It could not fund the war
• What did soldiers do in response to the lack of funding?

  They began looting Antwerp
• What was the outcome after the looting in the Netherlands?

  The Dutch Provinces united against Spain
• What were the ways England helped the Dutch during their conflict with Spain?

  • Allowed Dutch people safe passage into English ports
  • Provided financial support to those fighting
• Who was encouraged to raid Spanish ships?

  Sir Francis Drake and other privateers
• What was the reaction of the Dutch Provinces after the looting incident?

  They demanded the expulsion of Spanish troops