"We Have Time To Finish This Game And Beat The Spaniards Too" - Sir Francis Drake. The Story Of Drake's Great Victory Over The Spanish Fleet. Infuriated by English support for the revolt in the Netherlands and Sir Francis Drake`s "beard-singeing" operation at the harbour of Cadiz, Philip II built a huge armada to embark upon his "enterprise of England". It would prove to be a humiliating disaster, ruined and defeated by a combination of superior English seamanship and appalling weather. "The Armada 1588" is the fascinating story of one of maritime history`s greatest battles. Atmospheric reconstructions and re-enactments, period imagery and computer graphics combine for a vivid depiction of this epic naval encounter. Also included is footage from aboard the "Golden Hind" and at the Mary Rose Museum in Portsmouth, and analysis from a team of top experts including author John Tincey. Narrated by John Nolan. Scene Selection: Introduction - The Armada - The Invasion Plans - War At Sea - The Ships - The Armada Fight - The Fire Ships - Homeward Bound DVD Special Features: Test Your Knowledge - Picture Gallery - Interactive Menus - Excerpts From Other Titles In The Series Main feature length: 55 minutes approximately Sound: Dolby Digital Stereo PAL Region 0 (all regions) Language: English Screen Format: 4:3 E - Exempt from classification Year of release: 1995 Catalogue Number: CROMDVD1073 PS2 Compatible |
