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Sir Francis Drake claimed California for England in 1579 primarily to expand English influence and establish a foothold in the New World amidst Spanish dominance. His voyage aimed to establish trade routes and explore potential territories for colonization, as well as to seek resources and wealth. By claiming the land for England, Drake sought to challenge Spanish interests and assert England's power in global exploration.
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Who was the famous English sea captian who sailed around the world claiming what is now California for England in 1579?
sir francis drake
What country did Sir Francis Drake represent?
Francis Drake represented England.
What country did sir francis drake explorer for?
it is spain
Was Sir Francis Drake a French explorer?
No, Sir Francis Drake was an Englishman who sailed for England.
Why did Spain sponsor Sir Francis Drake?
It didn't sponsor sir francis drake!!! England did!!!
Where was Francis drake from?
Sir Francis Drake was born c. 1540 in Tavistock, Devon, England.
How did sir francis drake get rewared by England?
The queen of England rewarded Drake by knighting him.
What year did Francis Drake defeat Spain?
Sir Francis Drake defeated Spain in 1588. After the defeat of Spain, Sir Francis Drake's career suffered after he failed to conquer the port of Las Palmas in 1595.
For whom was Sir Francis Drake exploring?
Sir Francis Drake was exploring for Queen Elizabeth1 of England.
Francis drake sailed for?
He sailed for England as a Privateer.
What was the sponsor country of Sir Francis Drake?
England.
Which English explorer sailed to the New World in 1497 and claimed the territory for England?
Sir Francis Drake sailed along the west coast of the United States, landing in 1579 and spending time in what is now California.
