Nelson
Horatio Nelson (1758-1805)
Horatio Nelson was born on 29 September 1758 in Burnham Thorpe, Norfolk. His parents were the Reverend Edmund Nelson and Catherine Suckling, Sir Robert Walpole's great-niece. His naval career began when he was only 12 years old, and ended with his death at Trafalgar on 21 October 1805.
Nelson became the most popular British hero of his time for his naval victories against France. His Trafalgar signal 'England Expects That Every Man Will Do His Duty' is the most famous (and misquoted) signal in naval history.
Features
- Nelson & Napoleon - exploring the lives of two great leaders and adversaries
- Nelson's Trafalgar uniform - Gallery Favourites audio
- A-Z of Nelson - 'Arctic Expedition' to 'Zante'
- Lord Nelson's state funeral (PortCities)
- Ranks in Nelson's Navy (PortCities)
Galleries
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A new display in the Maritime London gallery, featuring Nelson's Trafalgar uniform and a touch-screen interactive exhibit. -
Ship models played an important role in the shipbuilding advances which helped the Royal Navy emerge as the world's leading naval force.
Trafalgar uniform
Journal for Maritime Research
- Nelson's 1805 Battle Plan, by Colin White
- Frances, Lady Nelson and the break-up of her marriage, by Colin White
Nelson books and gifts
Leadership lessons
Leadership lessons from Horatio Nelson
What makes a successful leader? Find out from one of history's greats – Horatio Nelson. Explore the evidence, collect tips from today's business gurus and see how your skills measure up. An interactive resource for anyone interested in history and leadership, it also supports A-level business studies.
HMS Victory
Nelson fact files and FAQs
Fact files
Horatio Nelson fact file | Horatio Nelson narrative (PortCities)
FAQs
Answers to 31 questions about Nelson | Who shot the man who shot Lord Nelson? |
How tall was Lord Nelson? | Who really won the Battle of Trafalgar?
Research guide
Research guide N1: Horatio Nelson
Nelson searches
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