History documentary detailing the famous drubbing received by Philip II of Spain's Armada at the hands of Sir Francis Drake. Historians such as John Tincey offer their insights into the battle, which was won through a culmination of fine seamanship by Drake and appalling weather in the English Channel. Also included are modern day reconstructions and footage of the Golden Hinde and the Mary Rose museum.

The story of Spain's great fleet and its comeuppance against the British navy is told using contemporary reenactments, period imagery and computer graphics.