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Spanish Armada - Golden Lion attacks Santa Ana
An Armada episode, the Golden Lion attacking the Santa Ana of the Spanish Armada on 25 July 1588. Date: 1588
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This image depicts the pivotal moment of the Spanish Armada's demise on 25 July 1588, as the British fleet's flagship, the Golden Lion, boldly attacks the Santa Ana. During this historic naval battle, Queen Elizabeth I's formidable armada, consisting of over 130 ships, successfully defended England's shores against the invading Spanish fleet, led by the Duke of Medina Sidonia. The Santa Ana, one of the largest and most powerful Spanish galleons, was a significant target for the British forces. In this print, the Golden Lion, under the command of Sir Francis Drake, fiercely engages the Santa Ana, with its powerful broadside cannons unleashing a barrage of destruction. The Spanish ship, with its sails tattered and its hull damaged, appears to be on the brink of surrender. This image is a testament to the bravery and determination of the British sailors and their commanders during this pivotal moment in Elizabethan history. The Spanish Armada's defeat marked a turning point in the Anglo-Spanish War and solidified England's status as a major maritime power.
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