Spanish invasion

• What was Philip's aim with the Spanish Armada?

  To remove Elizabeth and place a Catholic monarch
• What was the promise made by the pope?

  To forgive any sins committed
• Why did Spain feel threatened by England?

  Due to actions against Spanish commercial interests
• What did Philip want control over?

  England
• How many ships and guns were stationed in the Channel?

  130 ships, 2431 guns
• Where did they intend to transport 27,000 troops?

  To Kent, England
• What did Spain need for the invasion to succeed?

  Control over the English Channel
• Why was the Armada a threat to Elizabeth?

  If it succeeded, she could lose her throne and life