The Battle Against the Spanish Armada | Battlefield Britain
Peter and Dan Snow take a look at the battles that shaped our nation. Drake's unlikely sea victory against the huge Spanish fleet in 1588.
TweetClip Info
- Clip length: 58'14''
- Broadcast year: 2013
Curriculum Connection
- History | The Spanish Armarda
Access
Licence: ERA Licence required
Usage
UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
Content
- Provider: BBC
- Channel: BBC Two
- Programme: Battlefield Britain
- Episode: The Battle Against the Spanish Armada
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