Birthday: September 29, 1758 (Libra)
Born In: Burnham Thorpe
Birthday: September 29, 1758 (Libra)
Born In: Burnham Thorpe
Lord Horatio Nelson is considered as one of the most heroic figures of Britain. Serving as the first Viscount, he was a British flag officer who was known for his commitments in the Royal Navy and his service during the Napoleonic Wars. What gave Nelson an edge over other Navy officers was his quick grasp of strategy and unconventional tactics. These abilities earned him a number of decisive naval victories. He steadily rose through the ranks and served with leading naval commanders of the period before obtaining his own command in 1778. Under Nelson's leadership, the Royal Navy proved its supremacy over the French. His most famous engagement, at Cape Trafalgar, saved Britain from threat of invasion by Napoleon. In 1805, his fleet was engaged at the Battle of Trafalgar where he was fatally wounded by a French sniper. His death secured him the position of one of Britain’s most heroic figures and recorded a legacy that remains highly influential till date.
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Also Known As: Horatio Nelson, 1st Viscount Nelson
Died At Age: 47
Spouse/Ex-: Frances Nelson (m. 1787–1805)
father: Edmund Nelson
mother: Catherine Suckling
siblings: William Nelson
children: Horatia Nelson
Born Country: England
Died on: October 21, 1805
place of death: Cape Trafalgar
education: Norwich School, Paston College
awards: - Knight of the Order of the Bath
- Order of the Turkish Crescent for his role in restoring Ottoman rule in Egypt
- Freedom of the City of London
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