Historical Events
- Duke Farneses troops ready for invasion of England
Defeat of the Spanish Armada
The "Invincible" Spanish Armada is sighted approaching England, several skirmishes follow forcing the invading fleet to make a long and costly retreat around Scotland and Ireland
About July 29, 1588
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 435 years, 9 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo
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