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Francis Drake
Sir Francis Drake was an English explorer, slave-trader, navigator, privateer, pirate, and politician during the Elizabethan period. Between 1577 and 1580, he led the first English expedition to circumnavigate the world.
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Why did Sir Francis Drake choose to explore?
He didn't explore anything. He was a navy commander, ship builder, and slave trader.
How many ships were in the Spanish Armada?
The Spanish Armada brought with it 22 galleons and 108 armed merchant vessels.
They fought an English force of 34 warships and 163 armed merchant vessels.
This would mean about 200 shipsSir Frances Drake was an explorer who was knighted by the Queen of England because he brought her back so much treasure.
In which city is the copy of the golden hind?
There is a replica of the Golden Hind in Southwark, London and another in Brixham, Devon.
Sir Francis Drake was married to Mary Newman from 1569 to 1581. She died twelve years later. He married Elizabeth Sydenham in 1585 and was married to her until his death. Sir Francis Drake had no children by either marriage.
Has sir francis drakes coffin been found?
No. In 2011 two ships in Drake's fleet were found off the coast of Panama. It is believed his coffin is located around the same area.
See the website in the related link for more information.
Did they find francis drakes coffin?
No. It is believed to have been buried at sea of the coast of Portobelo. It has never been found.
What were Sir Francis Drake's reasons for exploring?
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How many men circumnavigate with drake around world?
Sir Francis Drake was the first recorded individual to successfully circumnavigate the globe, completing his voyage from 1577 to 1580. He commanded a fleet of five ships, but only the Golden Hind returned to England with him and his crew of about 60 men. In total, approximately 150 men started the journey, but only 56 survived to complete the circumnavigation.
Who was Francis Drake's cousin?
Drake and Hawkins sailed when Drake was about 23 years old. Sailing to the "New World." They commanded the first English ship to bring African slaves to the New World.
Did Francis Drake James Cook and George Vancouver give France a claim to Oregon?
No they gave England a claim to Oregon
What did sir Francis drake name the new land?
Sir Francis Drake named the new land New Albion which means New Britain.
