What is Sir Francis Drake known for?

Sir Francis Drake was more pirate than patriot as he raided Spanish possessions during England's war with Spain. Hero of many battles, he died ingloriously of disease and was buried at sea. read more

Sir Francis Drake: A Pictorial Biography by Hans P. Kraus From the Rare Book and Special Collections Division at the Library of Congress; Mission to rescue Drake's body; Drake's methods of Navigation "Drake, Francis". New International Encyclopedia. 1905. "Drake, Sir Francis". Collier's New Encyclopedia. 1921. read more

Sir Francis Drake’s Fate In 1595, Queen Elizabeth I called upon Sir Francis Drake and his cousin, John Hawkins, to capture Spain's treasure supply in Panama, in hopes of cutting off revenue and ending the Anglo-Spanish War. read more