Martin Frobisher: The Pirate-Explorer

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In his later life, Frobisher became famous again for his bravery and skill when commanding the ship Triumph against the Spanish Armada in 1588. He died on November 22, 1594, following another battle with the Spanish.

Title page of Settle's published account of Frobisher's voyages Copyright/Source

Frobisher was a brave and adventurous man, but he was not patient and careful enough to be a great explorer. He did discover the strait through which Henry Hudson later used to sail into what would become Hudson Bay.

Once a Pirate, Always a Pirate
Frobisher's reputation was destroyed after returning with 1100 tons of worthless rocks. He went back to being a pirate. Along with Francis Drake, he plundered Spanish settlements in the Caribbean. He returned to England with treasure, some of which he shared with the Queen.