aug 8, 1588 - Spanish Armada attacks

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It marked the beginning of England's mastery of the seas. The defeat of the Armada was a major turning point in English history. It saved the throne of Elizabeth I and guaranteed English independence from Spain. The Spanish saw the invasion as a crusade and one that would stamp out the heresy of Protestantism in England. It marked the beginning of England's mastery of the seas.

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