The Spanish Armada, 1588

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 focuses on the events leading up to the Spanish Armada, a naval fleet sent by King Philip II of Spain to invade England and restore Catholicism as the dominant religion. Lathbury provides an in-depth analysis of the political and religious tensions between England and Spain during the late 16th century, including the role of Pope Sixtus V in supporting the Spanish invasion. The book also explores the military strategies and tactics used by both sides during the conflict, as well as the impact of the Armada on English and Spanish society. Overall, The Spanish Armada, 1588 is a comprehensive account of one of the most significant events in European history, and an important resource for anyone interested in the religious and political conflicts of the era.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.