The Role of Nelson - The Battle of Trafalgar Flashcards
1
Q
What happened between Nelson chasing the Fr & the Battle of Trafalgar?
A
Fr & Spanish survived a skirmish at Calder & reached Port of Cadiz
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Nelson had a months rest
2
Q
When did Nelson set sail?
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With how many ships?
A
Sept 1805 in HMS Victory
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had w him 27 ships of the line
vs. enemy w 23 “
3
Q
Where did Nelson catch up?
A
caught up just off Cape of Trafalgar
4
Q
What happened during the battle?
A
Nelson ran alongside Fr ship redoubtable
- cannon, musket & pistol fire!
BUT
Nelson sniper shot - died 4:30pm
5
Q
What was the result of the Battle of Trafalgar?
A
ended Fr hopes of supremacy at sea
BUT nelson dead :(
