Spanish Armada
August 1588 "Francis Drake has spotted ships sailing from Spain," Guilford told Jane. "France may go to war on the side of Spain as well. The Queen is mobilizing a fleet and gathering supplies to go to war. Robert has been appointed her lieutenant general." "So we are now at war?" "It would appear so. Philip of Spain was angered by the execution of Mary Stuart. As you know, Mary bequeathed her claim to Elizabeth's throne to Philip, and he is eager to claim what he believes to be rightfully his." Guilford sighed deeply. "We had all so hoped that this could be resolved peacefully, but it seems that is impossible. The Papists will stop at nothing to return ignorance and superstition to our beloved country." "So there will be more bloodshed and death," Jane said softly. "I am
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