Episode 2 of 2
Raid on Cádiz
- When
- April 1587
- Where
- Bay of Cádiz
- Part of
- Drake's Raid on Cádiz
Drake's fleet attacked Spanish naval forces in the Bay of Cádiz, destroying much of the fleet and supplies.
Beginning in April 1587, Drake led an attack on Spanish naval forces assembling in the Bay of Cádiz. The English destroyed much of the Spanish fleet and captured substantial supplies, disrupting preparations for a planned expedition against England.
Sources
- Singeing the King of Spain's Beard Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-07
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