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Francis Drake: life of the week

Francis Drake: life of the week

Robert Hutchinson revisits the expeditions and adventures of Elizabethan England's most famous sea captain

Ellie Cawthorne

Published: July 30, 2024 at 7:00 AM

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As Elizabethan England's most famous sea captain, Francis Drake saw his fair share of sea-faring adventures – from scuffles with the Spanish Armada, to circumnavigating the globe. But his story also contains darker elements – including slave-trading, looting and the execution of his right-hand man. Speaking to Ellie Cawthorne in our latest 'life of the week' episode, historian Robert Hutchison revisits Drake's dramatic life, and re-examines his contentious legacy.

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Ellie CawthorneHead of content (audio)

Ellie Cawthorne is head of content (audio) at HistoryExtra