An engraving depicting the naval engagement between the Spanish Armada and English fleets joined by the Dutch between July 31 and August 12, 1588. The English defeated the "Invincible" Spanish fleet and prevented Spanish invasion in both the Netherlands and England. In the center foreground is a large Spanish frigate that is being fired upon by a small Dutch ship with the flag of the city of Leiden (two crossed keys). Ships engage in battle in the background.
