English Seamen in the Sixteenth Century by James Anthony Froude
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"English Seamen in the Sixteenth Century" by James Anthony Froude is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work presents a series of lectures delivered at Oxford that delve into the rise of England as a formidable sea power during the Reformation and its impact on global maritime commerce. The book examines key figures and events, focusing particularly on Sir John Hawkins and Sir Francis Drake, while exploring the
broader context of England's naval dominance and the socio-political climate of the time. The opening portion of the text sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the historical precedents that led to England's naval supremacy. It discusses the precarious position of England at the start of the Reformation and how it shifted into a powerful maritime nation, culminating in the defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588. Froude posits a connection between the emerging Protestant spirit and the development of a competent fighting fleet—arguing that it was not merely national spirit but also improved seamanship and naval technology that enabled English victories at sea. The lecture also introduces the socio-political tensions of the era, including religious persecution and the complex dynamics between Catholic Spain and Protestant England, setting the groundwork for further discussions on individual maritime exploits and their historical significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Froude, James Anthony, 1818-1894 |
|---|---|
| Title |
English Seamen in the Sixteenth Century Lectures Delivered at Oxford Easter Terms 1893-4 |
| Credits |
Produced by Paul Murray, Janet Blenkinship and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 69.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Elizabeth, 1558-1603 |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History, Naval -- Tudors, 1485-1603 |
| Subject | Sailors -- England -- History -- 16th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 18209 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-18209-4 |
| Release Date | Apr 19, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 565 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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