Sir Francis Drake
1543?-1596
English Navigator
Sir Francis Drake was an English seaman and explorer who made the second circumnavigation around the world and later led the English in defeating the Spa...
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Francis Drake
Born c. 1540, Devonshire, England Died January 28, 1596, At sea, off Portobelo, Panama
Sir Francis Drake was one of the world’s greatest seamen. He was known for his religious fe...
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The English navigator Sir Francis Drake (ca. 1541-1596) was the first of his countrymen to circumnavigate the globe. His daring exploits at sea helped to establish England's naval supremacy over Spain...
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El Draque
"El Draque" was the name given to the most feared and respected pirate of the Elizabethan age. His reputation to loot and plunder shook the heels upon which modern civilization stood. He w...
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