The term ARMADA COMPONENT refers to two types of ships that were part of the Spanish Armada, a fleet of ships sent by King Philip II of Spain in 1588 to invade England. The two components of the Armada were GUNSHIP and WARSHIP. A GUNSHIP was a smaller, faster ship that was used for scouting and attacking enemy vessels. A WARSHIP was a larger, more heavily armed vessel that was used for protection and to carry supplies. Both GUNSHIP and WARSHIP were essential components of the Spanish Armada.