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The English were able to defeat the Spanish Armada due to a variety of reasons including very good luck.
- Cannons- The Spanish cannons on board their ships were a mixture of different calibres, so in the heat of battle the gunners were having to hunt around for the right cannon balls slowing down the rate of fire. Also the cannons were muzzle loading meaning they had to be pulled back into the ship after every firing slowing the rate of fire further whilst on the English ships early breach loading guns were used with a standard size of cannon ball increasing the rate of fire.
- Personnel- The Spanish had brought along a very bad selection of people for the task at hand. To start with there were more priests than trained gunners which isn't going to win you many wars. Also they had lots of men equipped for deck to deck fighting (which was their preferred means of attack) whilst the English stayed to far away for boarding to occur.
- Ships-The types of ships were very important, the Spanish brought along galleons which were slow and cumbersome. The English on the other hand were using ships which were larger but lower in the water and far more manoeuvrable giving them an edge over the Spanish.
- Fire- When the Spanish fleet was moored waiting for the army of Flanders to come to them the English deployed fire ships. In Tudor times fire ships were becoming a bit out of date but they performed their task to perfection. With these mountains of fire coming towards them the Spanish cut their anchors in their haste to flee and escape the fire. No ships were set on fire but some ran aground and the rest became heavily dispersed allowing the English to attack the smaller formation and drive them past their rendezvous point.
- Communication-There was verticality no chance of the Army in Flanders knowing when it was to be picked up by the Armada, this left the ships in the open and vulnerable to attack.
- THE WEATHER-The winds and storms around the British Isles was the biggest factor in the Armadas defeat, not the English. As these were sailing ships if they past heir objective it was very difficult to go back, after the fire ship and the Battle of Gravelines, the wind oh so nearly wrecked the entire fleet in shallow water, however they were saved at the last minute. The winds direction and the Royal navy in the channel forced the ships to go round the British Isles where they were picked off by violent storms and angry locals.
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England's defeat of the Spanish Armada?
Helped to create England's naval dominance in the North Atlantic
Who helped defeat the Spanish armada and was the second man to sail around the world?
Sir Francis Drake
What type of natural occurrence was said to have helped the British navy defeat the mighty Spanish Armada in 1588?
A Protestant Wind
Did the Spanish armada defeat the English navy?
The English did defeat the Spanish Armada. First, Sir Francis Drake sailed into a Spanish harbor and burned many Spanish ships. Secondly, there was a hurricane that blew many Spanish ships off course. Thirdly, the English ships were smaller and they were able to move around the Spanish ships and use their guns effectively.
What were some positive outcomes of the spanish armada?
The defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588 marked a significant turning point in European history, strengthening England's naval dominance and establishing it as a leading maritime power. This victory bolstered national pride and helped foster a sense of English identity, paving the way for future colonial expansion. Additionally, the decline of Spanish dominance opened up new opportunities for trade and exploration, contributing to the rise of the Dutch and English economies in the following centuries.
What country sponsered Sir Francis Drake?
He was second-in-command of a fleet of an English fleet and helped to defeat the Spanish. We refer to this entire incident as the Spanish Armada.
England's defeat of the Spanish Armada?
Helped to create England's naval dominance in the North Atlantic
Who were the leaders in the armada?
If you mean the Spanish Armada, then Sir Francis Drake was the English leader and Medina Sidonia was the Spanish leader. Hope I helped! :)
Who helped defeat the Spanish armada and was the second man to sail around the world?
Sir Francis Drake
In 1588 what explorer helped defeat the Spanish Armada as vice admiral of his fleet?
Sir Francis Drake
Which English privateer and slave trader helped build fleet to defeat armada?
Sir John Hawkins
What type of natural occurrence was said to have helped the British navy defeat the mighty Spanish Armada in 1588?
A Protestant Wind
What did the English do that helped defeat the Spanish armada?
As the Spanish ships were to close together and the leader of the British fleet sir Francis drake recognised this and sent a ship that was on fire into the Spanish army and since they were to close together once one ship caught fire they all did.
What was sir Walter Raleigh contribution to the spanish armada?
Sir Walter Raleigh played a significant role in the English response to the Spanish Armada in 1588. Although he was not directly involved in the naval engagements, his advocacy for naval reform and the promotion of privateering helped strengthen England's maritime capabilities. Additionally, Raleigh's efforts in securing resources and support for the English fleet contributed to the overall strategy against Spain, which ultimately led to the Armada's defeat. His involvement exemplified the broader commitment of English leaders to resist Spanish dominance.
Did the Spanish armada defeat the English navy?
The English did defeat the Spanish Armada. First, Sir Francis Drake sailed into a Spanish harbor and burned many Spanish ships. Secondly, there was a hurricane that blew many Spanish ships off course. Thirdly, the English ships were smaller and they were able to move around the Spanish ships and use their guns effectively.
What was the importance francis drake's exploration?
He helped defeat the Spanish Armada and he was the first Englishman to sail around the world ( he even landed in San Francisco Bay).
How was the armada defeated?
The English believed the Spanish Armada was defeated because the English had better supplies and sailors and so on. The Spanish believed it was defeated because of the weather - it was very windy and there was a massive storm at the time as well (that couldn't have helped them). In my opinion I believe it was a bit of both.
