Elizabethan Sea-Dogs: A Chronicle of Drake and His Companions
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Authors:
- Johnson, Allen
1870 - 1931
- Wood, William
1864 - 1947
About this book
In an era defined by maritime ambition and imperial expansion, "Elizabethan Sea-Dogs: A Chronicle of Drake and His Companions" by William Wood delves into the audacious voyages of English privateers under Queen Elizabeth I. This compelling historical account highlights the daring exploits of Sir Francis Drake and his fellow sea-dogs, who challenged the might of the Spanish Armada and reshaped naval warfare. With vivid depictions of high-seas adventure and the strategic significance of these expeditions, Wood captures the essence of a transformative period in British history. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this chronicle offers a detailed exploration of the courage and cunning that defined an age of exploration and conquest.
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