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c. 1540-1596. English navigator and privateer. | c. 1540-1596. English navigator and privateer. | ||
Sir Francis Drake (born in Tavistock Abbey) is known to be a privateer, explorer and slave trader. In 1567, he made his first slaving voyage, during which he got attacked by a Spanish squadron. At that time, he was commanded by John Hawkins, a well known British naval commander. (Paige, 20) | Sir Francis Drake (born in Tavistock Abbey) is known to be a privateer, explorer and slave trader. In 1567, he made his first slaving voyage, during which he got attacked by a Spanish squadron. At that time, he was commanded by [[John Hawkins]], a well known British naval commander. (Paige, 20) | ||
Drake was also the first Englishman to navigate around the globe. In May 1578, he reached the Pacific Ocean on command of Queen [[Elizabeth I]]. On 26th September 1580, he circumnavigated the globe entirely with his flagship 'The Pelican'. | Drake was also the first Englishman to navigate around the globe. In May 1578, he reached the Pacific Ocean on command of Queen [[Elizabeth I]]. On 26th September 1580, he circumnavigated the globe entirely with his flagship 'The Pelican'. | ||
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== Knighthood in April, 1581 == | == Knighthood in April, 1581 == | ||
In April 1581, Francis Drake was knighted by Queen | In April 1581, Francis Drake was knighted by Queen Elizabeth for his achievements and his contribution for his country. The act of knighting Drake was carried out on command of Elizabeth I by a French nobleman on the 'Golden Hind', Drake's ship, which was formerly known as 'The Pelican'. (Paige, 71) | ||
the 'Golden Hind', Drake's ship, which was formerly known as 'The Pelican'. (Paige, 71) | |||
== Literature == | == Literature == | ||
“History - Sir Francis Drake.” ''BBC'', www.bbc.co.uk/history/historic_figures/drake_francis.shtml. | “History - Sir Francis Drake.” ''BBC'', https://www.bbc.co.uk/history/historic_figures/drake_francis.shtml. | ||
Paige, Joy. | Paige, Joy. ''Sir Francis Drake: Circumnavigator of the Globe and Privateer for Queen Elizabeth.'' The Rosen Publishing Group, 2003. | ||
Johnson, Ben. “The Life of Sir Francis Drake.” ''Historic UK'', www.historic-uk.com/HistoryUK/HistoryofEngland/Sir-Francis-Drake/. | Johnson, Ben. “The Life of Sir Francis Drake.” ''Historic UK'', https://www.historic-uk.com/HistoryUK/HistoryofEngland/Sir-Francis-Drake/. | ||
Revision as of 13:11, 30 December 2017
c. 1540-1596. English navigator and privateer.
Sir Francis Drake (born in Tavistock Abbey) is known to be a privateer, explorer and slave trader. In 1567, he made his first slaving voyage, during which he got attacked by a Spanish squadron. At that time, he was commanded by John Hawkins, a well known British naval commander. (Paige, 20)
Drake was also the first Englishman to navigate around the globe. In May 1578, he reached the Pacific Ocean on command of Queen Elizabeth I. On 26th September 1580, he circumnavigated the globe entirely with his flagship 'The Pelican'.
Battle against the Armada
Throughout Drake's life the Spanish turned out to be his greatest enemies. In 1587, Drake attacked the Spanish fleet in Cardiz, and in 1588 he was promoted to be Vice Admiral. In the same year he suceeded in defeating the Spanish Armada because of his genius tactical maneuvers.
Knighthood in April, 1581
In April 1581, Francis Drake was knighted by Queen Elizabeth for his achievements and his contribution for his country. The act of knighting Drake was carried out on command of Elizabeth I by a French nobleman on the 'Golden Hind', Drake's ship, which was formerly known as 'The Pelican'. (Paige, 71)
Literature
“History - Sir Francis Drake.” BBC, https://www.bbc.co.uk/history/historic_figures/drake_francis.shtml.
Paige, Joy. Sir Francis Drake: Circumnavigator of the Globe and Privateer for Queen Elizabeth. The Rosen Publishing Group, 2003.
Johnson, Ben. “The Life of Sir Francis Drake.” Historic UK, https://www.historic-uk.com/HistoryUK/HistoryofEngland/Sir-Francis-Drake/.