Question

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1. Discuss the tensions between England and Spain, explaining why Spain wanted war with England.

OR

2. Discuss the Battle of the Spanish Armada.

Answer 1

Tensions built between Spain and England over the course of Elizabeth I's reign.
Religious differences: Philip II of Spain wanted England, along with all Protestant countries, to return to the Roman Catholic faith
Marriage: Philip II had offered to marry Elizabeth I when Mary Tudor died but she refused him
Civil War in France: France was the ttraditional enemy to both Spain and England but because France was occupied with Civil War they were no longer a threat
The Revolt of the Netherlands: Philip II ruled the Netherlands but Dutch had revolted against him and asked Elizabeth I for help. She did give open help but she allowed Dutch refugees to settle in England and sent money and weapons to help the Dutch. Elizabeth knew that this revolt would keep Spain too busy to attack England. It angered Philip.
English sailors: John Hawkins, Francis Drake and other English sailors attacked the Spanish colonies in the New World and the treasure ships. Philip was furious but Elizabeth encouraged them and even knighted Drake. She shared in the profits of the attacks as an investor
Spanish help for Catholic plots: It wasn't only Philip who was angry with Elizabeth - she was angry at the way Philip had stirred up trouble surrounding Mary, Queen of Scots and English Catholics. The Spanish Ambassador was involved in most of the plots against Elizabeth and Philip had offered money and soldiers to help the plotters.
Elizabeth sent an army to the Netherlands: When William of Orange was assassinated Elizabeth sent an army to help the Dutch fight the Spanish troops and keep Spain busy.