The Spanish Armada, 1588: Or The Attempt Of Philip II And Pope Sixtus V To Reestablish Popery In England (1840) - Paperback

""The Spanish Armada, 1588: Or The Attempt Of Philip II And Pope Sixtus V To Reestablish Popery In England"" is a historical book written by Thomas Lathbury in 1840. The book is about the Spanish Armada, which was a fleet of ships sent by King Philip II of Spain to invade England in 1588. The author explores the religious and political motivations behind the invasion, which was intended to reestablish Catholicism in England. Lathbury examines the role of Pope Sixtus V in the Armada, as well as the military tactics and strategies employed by both the Spanish and English forces. The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the Armada, the battles between the two fleets, and the aftermath of the failed invasion. Lathbury's work is considered an important historical account of the Spanish Armada, and it sheds light on the religious and political tensions of the time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.