A Declaration of the Causes, which mooved the chiefe Commanders of the Nauie of her most excellent Maiestie the Queene of England, in their voyage and expedition for Portingal, to take and arrest in the mouth of the Riuer of Lisbone, certaine Shippes of corne and other prouisions of warre bound for the said Citie Prepared for the seruices of the King of Spaine, in the Ports and Prouinces within and about the Sownde, the 30. day of Iune, in the yeere of our Lord 1589. and of her Maiesties raigne the one and thirtie

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In the late 16th century, tensions between England and Spain escalated, culminating in naval confrontations that would shape European power dynamics. "A Declaration of the Causes, which mooved the chiefe Commanders of the Nauie of her most excellent Maiestie the Queene of England" unveils the strategic justifications for the seizure of Spanish-bound ships laden with vital supplies for Lisbon. This document highlights the intricate interplay of maritime law and national interests, revealing the commanders' commitment to safeguarding English sovereignty. Ideal for historians and civic activists, this text provides a compelling glimpse into the motivations behind military actions and the broader implications of colonial ambitions. Discover the pivotal moments that defined an era of conflict and ambition in European history.