Episode 1724
The Spanish Armada
In 1588, Spain’s mighty armada sailed to invade England and change the balance of power in Europe.
Dan Snow's History Hit · History Hit
November 20, 20251h 9m
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Show Notes
<p>In 1588, Spain’s mighty armada sailed to invade England and change the balance of power in Europe. Dan explains why Philip II launched the Armada, details the high-stakes clash in the Channel, and outlines the decisive tactics, leadership and luck that helped the English prevail.</p><br><p>Produced by James Hickmann and edited by Dougal Patmore.</p><br><p>Sir Francis Drake Explainer (Part 1) -</p><p>Apple: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/francis-drake-part-1/id1042631089?i=1000701117292" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/francis-drake-part-1/id1042631089?i=1000701117292</a></p><p>Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5rfyx6O0uG68OMU8nZY3Tx?si=0VCVhre5QoWckbkMJ57aUA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/5rfyx6O0uG68OMU8nZY3Tx?si=0VCVhre5QoWckbkMJ57aUA</a></p><br><p>Sir Francis Drake Explainer (Part 2) -</p><p>Apple: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/francis-drake-part-2/id1042631089?i=1000701609499" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/francis-drake-part-2/id1042631089?i=1000701609499</a></p><p>Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/7o0mUByT7hoB0PCqlrjgEE?si=GipNr6rxRdmmNoMxwtOugQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/7o0mUByT7hoB0PCqlrjgEE?si=GipNr6rxRdmmNoMxwtOugQ</a></p><br><p>Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at <a href="https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><u>https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe</u></a>.</p><br><p>We'd love to hear your feedback - you can take part in our podcast survey here: <a href="https://insights.historyhit.com/history-hit-podcast-always-on" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://insights.historyhit.com/history-hit-podcast-always-on</a>.</p><br><p>You can also email the podcast directly at <a href="mailto:[email protected]" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">[email protected]</a>.</p>
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