Armada


60m 1989

Brief Synopsis

A three-part documentary reappraising the events that led up to the Spanish naval assault on England in the summer of 1588. Part 1, "The Enterprise of England," reviews the reasons Spain attacked England. Part 2, "This Blessed Isle," examines the political and military preparations for the approachi

Film Details

Genre
Documentary
Historical
Release Date
1989
Production Company
BBC (Main Listing); Televisi=n Espa±ola (TVE)

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

Synopsis

A three-part documentary reappraising the events that led up to the Spanish naval assault on England in the summer of 1588. Part 1, "The Enterprise of England," reviews the reasons Spain attacked England. Part 2, "This Blessed Isle," examines the political and military preparations for the approaching Spanish fleet. Part 3, "The Winds of Change," provides an account of the defeat of the Spanish Armada and its aftermath.

Film Details

Genre
Documentary
Historical
Release Date
1989
Production Company
BBC (Main Listing); Televisi=n Espa±ola (TVE)

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

Quotes

Trivia