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Spanish Armada Defeated
THE SPANISH ARMADA Drake tows the captured Capitana into Torbay
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1588 Anglo Armada Captured Defeated Sails Tor Bay
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of the Spanish Armada's defeat come to life with our exquisite Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of Sir Francis Drake towing the captured Capitana into Torbay. This stunning representation of the Spanish Armada's surrender, taken from the Mary Evans Picture Library, brings a piece of history directly into your home or office. Our high-quality prints are perfect for enhancing any decor and igniting the imagination. Relive the glory days of maritime history with this captivating work of art.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 33.2cm (21" x 13.1")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This striking image captures the moment of triumph for the English navy and the people of England as they celebrate the defeat of the Spanish Armada in July 1588. In the foreground, Sir Francis Drake's flagship, the Revenge, towed the captured Spanish flagship, the Capitana, into Torbay, signaling the end of the Spanish invasion attempt. The Spanish Armada, a fleet of over 130 ships, had set sail from Spain with the intention of invading England and overthrowing Queen Elizabeth I. However, the English fleet, under the command of Lord Howard of Effingham and Sir Francis Drake, met the Spanish Armada in the English Channel and engaged them in a series of fierce battles. The Spanish Armada was a formidable force, but the English navy, with its faster and more maneuverable ships, proved to be a formidable opponent. The English sailors were also better trained and more experienced in naval warfare. The Spanish ships, which were larger and more heavily armed, were no match for the English fleet's agility and tactical prowess. The defeat of the Spanish Armada was a turning point in English history and marked the end of Spanish dominance in the Atlantic. It boosted English morale and strengthened Queen Elizabeth I's position as a powerful monarch. The victory also solidified England's status as a major maritime power and paved the way for the country's future naval dominance. This photograph, taken from Mary Evans Picture Library, is a powerful reminder of this historic event and the courage and determination of the English sailors who defended their country against the Spanish invasion. The image of the Capitana being towed into Torbay, with its Spanish flag flying low, is a symbol of English victory and a testament to the enduring legacy of the Spanish Armada.
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