A Svmmarie and Trve Discovrse of Sir Frances Drakes VVest Indian Voyage by Bigges
"A Svmmarie and Trve Discovrse of Sir Frances Drakes VVest Indian Voyage" by Bigges is a historical account written in the late 16th century, likely during the Elizabethan era. This work documents the significant expedition led by Sir Francis Drake to the West Indies, focusing on the capture of several key towns such as Saint Iago, Sancto Domingo, Cartagena, and Saint Augustine. The text combines elements of exploration, military strategy, and theexperiences of sailors and soldiers during the voyage. The narrative recounts the preparations for the expedition, including the assembly of a large fleet and the enlistment of experienced captains. As the expedition unfolds, the text details various encounters with enemy forces, the tactical approaches taken to conquer the towns, and the challenges faced by Drake and his men, including disease and logistical hardships. The account not only highlights the military achievements against the Spanish but also provides insight into the cultural interactions and exchanges that occurred during the conquests. Ultimately, the book serves to commend the bravery of the English seamen and Drake's leadership while reflecting upon the broader implications of colonial ambitions in the Caribbean. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bigges, Walter, -1586 |
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| Uniform Title | Summarie and true discourse of Sir Frances Drakes West Indian voyage |
| Title | A Svmmarie and Trve Discovrse of Sir Frances Drakes VVest Indian Voyage Wherein were taken, the townes of Saint Iago, Sancto Domingo, Cartagena & Saint Augustine. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 53.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Irma pehar, Louise Pryor, The Kraus Collection of Sir Francis Drake and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E011: History: America: America |
| Subject | Explorers -- Great Britain -- Biography |
| Subject | Drake, Francis, approximately 1540-1596 -- Travel -- West Indies |
| Subject | West Indies Expedition, 1585-1586 |
| Subject | Explorers -- America -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 19589 |
| Release Date | Oct 20, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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