| ID: | 23217 |
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| Entry Text: | Thompson, I.A.A. "Spanish Armada Guns." MM, 61 (November 1975): 355-74. Subject to controversy; relatively little ship damage from gunfire, both fleets; disagreement with Michael Lewis, e.g., British total firepower greater by one-third; plus superior in weight of shot & range; conclusion: Spain incapable of winning a sea battle. |