Dear Historians,
Through its exploration and conquest of the Americas following Columbus’s journey, Spain became the most powerful country in the world. Soon, other European countries competed with Spain for power and wealth. This was a time of great change and great opportunity. European settlements began to sprout in the Americas, and the British became a world power. All of these events would shape forever shape American history.
Today, we’ll read about the defeat of the Spanish Armada, one of the most important events in World history. What made it important and how do we still feel its effects today? What important events in our lifetime will students be talking about 300 years from now?
Sincerely,
Mr. Heimbuck