The Role of Nelson - Chasing the French Flashcards
1
Q
When/where were the Fr out at sea?
A
Jan 1805 Admiral Villeneuve out at sea (in & around Toulon)
2
Q
What was Nelson doing?
A
hunting them
- new Admiral Barham orders aggressive action
3
Q
What was the change of plan for Nelson?
A
had to escort an army exhibition to Gibraltar
- March = Fr ‘escaped’ to West Indies (where Br sugar trade colonies are)
4
Q
What did Nelson do in response to the Fr getting away?
A
sailed in pursuit
- only took 3 weeks! (very fast)
5
Q
Did he find the Fr?
A
No, so they swiftly returned to the med & didn’t meet
