Francis Drake
English sailor and privateer (c. 1540 – 1596)
1540 — 1596
Quick Facts
Profession
English sailor and privateer (c. 1540 – 1596)
Born
January 1, 1540
Died
1596 (age ~56)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
sailor, politician, engineer
Kingdom of EnglandBorn in TavistockDied in Portobelo
1540
Born in Tavistock (1540-01-01)
1596
Died in Portobelo
About
Sir Francis Drake was an English explorer and privateer best known for making the second circumnavigation of the world in a single expedition between 1577 and 1580. He is also known for participating in the early English slaving voyages of his cousin, John Hawkins, and John Lovell. Having started as a simple seaman, in 1588 he was part of the fight against the Spanish Armada as a vice admiral.
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Who is Francis Drake?+
Sir Francis Drake was an English explorer and privateer best known for making the second circumnavigation of the world in a single expedition between 1577 and 1580. He is also known for participating in the early English slaving voyages of his cousin, John Hawkins, and John Lovell. Having started as
What does the name Francis mean?+
The name Francis means "A male given name from Latin.. Etymology: From French(man) (from France). Franz.". It is of French origin.
When was Francis Drake born?+
Francis Drake was born on January 1, 1540.
When did Francis Drake die?+
Francis Drake died in 1596, at approximately 56 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Latin.. Etymology: From French(man) (from France). Franz.
The name Francis is of French origin, meaning "A male given name from Latin.. Etymology: From French(man) (from France). Franz.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Francis — January 1, 1540
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Rat
Quick-witted, resourceful, versatile
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
11 Oc
Dog — loyalty, guidance, faith
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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