Maps Ship and Compass
sir francis drake explored asia to his route
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Drake probably used a compass as it was a very important tool at that time and without possibly the help of an astrolabe. It would be impossible for him to tell which direction he was going
At Age 13. So this depends on what figure you use for his birth, be it 1535 or 1540, the answer would be 1548 or 1553
He used canons, guns powered by gun powder, and knives and possibly swords.
the Golden Hind was constructed in the the shipyards at Aldeburgh, Suffolk circa 1574 and moved to Plymouth, Devon in 1576 for use by Sir Francis Drake
As an English privateer, Sir Francis Drake was told to attack and raid Spanish ships in the New World for their gold and silver and to help weaken the Spanish Empire in the New World.
Sir Francis Drake played a crucial role in the defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588 through a combination of strategic naval tactics and effective use of fire ships. His aggressive approach disrupted the Spanish fleet's formation and morale, particularly during the initial engagement at the English Channel. Additionally, Drake's efforts to harass the Armada and the inclement weather that followed contributed to the Spanish fleet's disarray and eventual retreat. Ultimately, Drake's leadership and innovative strategies were key factors in England's victory against Spain.
he of course used a regular old compus
Sir Francis Drake was knighted by queen Elizabeth on 4 April 1581 for having "Circuited round about the whole earth." She banqueted on board the "Golden Hinde", his ship, and "Consecrated it with great ceremony, pomp, and magnificence, eternally to be remembered." Drake's voyage fostered the principle expressed by the Queen "That use of the sea as of the air is cocommon to all, and that that the public necessity permits not it should be possessed." Whereas, neither Spain nor Portugal should have an exclusive rights to the sea.
Sir Francis Drake fought the Spanish galleons primarily through a combination of naval strategy, speed, and surprise attacks. He utilized his smaller, more maneuverable ships to outmaneuver the larger, heavily armed Spanish galleons, often engaging them in unexpected raids. Notably, his actions during the Spanish Armada in 1588 involved disrupting the fleet's formation and exploiting weaknesses, contributing to the eventual defeat of the Spanish forces. Drake's tactics included hit-and-run assaults and the use of fire ships to create chaos among the Spanish ranks.
Sir Francis Drake defeated the Spanish Armada in 1588, during a naval conflict between England and Spain. As a key commander in the English fleet, Drake played a significant role in the successful defense against the Armada, which sought to invade England. His strategic tactics and the use of fire ships were pivotal in disrupting the Spanish fleet, ultimately leading to its defeat.