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THE GREAT EXPEDITION
SIR FRANCIS DRAKE ON THE SPANISH MAIN, 1585-86 |
By: |
Angus Konstam, Peter Dennis (Illus), Alan Gilliland (Illus) |
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ISBN 10: |
1849082456 |
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9781849082457 |
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Publisher: |
BLOOMSBURY PUBLISHING PLC |
Pub. date: |
7 February, 2011 |
Series: |
Raid 17 |
Pages: |
80 |
Description: |
Drake's daring raids had finally resulted in the outbreak of the long-expected war and it would be the last action of its kind for some years as England sought to protect herself against invasion and the Spanish invasion. |
Synopsis: |
In 1585, the English launched a pre-emptive strike against Spain, by attacking her New World colonies. Led by Sir Francis Drake, in command of 21 ships and 1,800 soldiers, the expedition struck first at the Canary Islands, then attacked the city of Santo Domingo and the treasure port of Cartagena. Frequently outnumbered, Drake's soldiers won an series of spectacular victories and, laden with treasure, sailed home to a hero's welcome. |
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35 b/w; 7 col |
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UK |
Imprint: |
Osprey Publishing |
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