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What was the Troubles conflict in Northern Ireland and how deadly was it?
2026-08-19 · 697. The Troubles: Murder in Belfast (Part 1)
What happened to the Spanish military force in Ireland when Drake returned to England in 1580?
2026-08-18 · 694. Elizabeth I vs The Catholics: A Treacherous Conspiracy (Part 4)
How did increased silver production in the Americas affect the balance of power between Spain and Protestant England?
2026-08-17 · 694. Elizabeth I vs The Catholics: A Treacherous Conspiracy (Part 4)
Why was the Duke of Guise a threat to both Elizabeth I and Mary Queen of Scots' enemies?
2026-08-16 · 694. Elizabeth I vs The Catholics: A Treacherous Conspiracy (Part 4)
Who were the 'Three Henries' (Trois Henri) in France during the late sixteenth century, and what did each represent?
2026-08-15 · 694. Elizabeth I vs The Catholics: A Treacherous Conspiracy (Part 4)
What was the significance of Elizabeth I knighting Francis Drake on the Golden Hind at Deptford on 1 April 1581?
2026-08-14 · 694. Elizabeth I vs The Catholics: A Treacherous Conspiracy (Part 4)
How did Elizabeth I manage to reward Drake without openly provoking Spain?
2026-08-13 · 694. Elizabeth I vs The Catholics: A Treacherous Conspiracy (Part 4)
What role did Bernardino de Mendoza play in the dispute over Drake's treasure?
2026-08-12 · 694. Elizabeth I vs The Catholics: A Treacherous Conspiracy (Part 4)
Which members of Elizabeth I's Privy Council supported Francis Drake and why?
2026-08-11 · 694. Elizabeth I vs The Catholics: A Treacherous Conspiracy (Part 4)
How much treasure did Francis Drake bring back from his circumnavigation, and how did it compare to Elizabeth I's income?
2026-08-10 · 694. Elizabeth I vs The Catholics: A Treacherous Conspiracy (Part 4)
Why was Francis Drake anxious when he returned to England in September 1580 after circumnavigating the globe?
2026-08-09 · 694. Elizabeth I vs The Catholics: A Treacherous Conspiracy (Part 4)