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Armada Beacons 1588
THE SPANISH ARMADA Lighting the beacons to signal the alarm as the enemy fleet approaches the English coast
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1588 Alarm Approaches Armada Beacons Enemy Lighting Signal Signalling
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This evocative image captures the pivotal moment in English history known as the Armada Year of 1588, when the Spanish Armada, under the command of the Duke of Medina Sidonia, approached the English coast with the intention of invading England and overthrowing Queen Elizabeth I. In response to this imminent threat, the English forces, under the command of Lord Howard of Effingham and Sir Francis Drake, prepared to defend their homeland. The scene depicted in this photograph shows the critical role of the beacon system in signalling the alarm to the English coastline. The beacons, lit from left to right, stretch along the horizon, their flickering flames casting long shadows against the night sky. The beacons were lit from the top of hills and towers, allowing the message to travel quickly from one beacon to the next, alerting the population to the approaching enemy fleet. The month was July, and the coastline was bathed in the soft glow of the setting sun, casting a warm hue over the scene. The English ships, anchored in the distance, can be seen silhouetted against the horizon, their sails at the ready, awaiting the order to set sail and engage the enemy. The English forces were determined to protect their homeland and their queen, and the lighting of the beacons marked the beginning of their heroic defense against the Spanish Armada. This historical photograph, from the esteemed Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back in time, allowing us to witness firsthand the bravery and determination of the English forces during this pivotal moment in history. The image is a poignant reminder of the importance of effective communication and the power of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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