April 4, 1581
Drake is knighted aboard the Golden Hind at Deptford
On 4 April 1581 Drake is knighted on his ship at Deptford. Elizabeth I's reward for the circumnavigation also shows her support for his raids on Spain.
April 4, 1581
On 4 April 1581 Drake is knighted on his ship at Deptford. Elizabeth I's reward for the circumnavigation also shows her support for his raids on Spain.