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Her Majesty's Secret Service | Historical

2021/5/11
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Sir Francis Walsingham, England's first spy master, faced the challenge of protecting Queen Elizabeth and Protestant England from the looming threat of the Spanish Armada. His intelligence network and strategic planning were crucial in preparing for the potential invasion.

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Protestant England faces an existential threat from Catholic Spain. Queen Elizabeth calls on Sir Francis Walsingham, the Royal spymaster, to undermine the Spanish war effort. Vanessa Kirby tells a story of loyalty, fear, and the terrible lengths to which a good spy will go to protect Queen and Country. Could YOU sink an Armada? From SPYSCAPE, the home of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Sir Francis Walsingham is voiced by Linus Roache. Series producer: Gemma Newby. Produced by Justin Trefgarne. Music by Nick Ryan.

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