Did the English assume their own superiority over the Spanish?

Yes, the English often assumed their superiority over the Spanish, particularly during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. This belief was fueled by religious, cultural, and political rivalries, especially during conflicts like the Spanish Armada in 1588, where the English victory reinforced a sense of national pride. Additionally, the English viewed their Protestant faith as morally and culturally superior to the Catholicism of the Spanish, further entrenching their sense of superiority.