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Defeat of the Spanish Armada, 8 August 1588

About this painting

Painting by Philippe-Jacques de Loutherbourg.

Date created

1796

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This 1796 painting by Philippe-Jacques de Loutherbourg depicts the English victory over the Spanish Armada in the battle of Gravelines, fought August 8, 1588.