Drake of England (or Elizabeth of England) (1935)
Director: Arthur B. Woods
Starring: Matheson Lang, (Drake), Athene Seyler (Elizabeth)
privateer Sir Francis Drake brings lots of money into England; culminates with 1588 destruction of the Spanish Armada. There is the obligatory love story between Drake and one of Elizabeth's ladies-in-waiting, Elizabeth Sydenham (Jane Baxter).
Historical Background:
See The Sea Hawks for historical background.
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