To: SkyPilot
Lord Nelson's fleet was outnumbered, but his men loved him, and he gave them better training. The British, with leadership, superior tactics, and fighting spirit destroyed the French and British fleets at Trafalgar 210 years ago this month.Lord Nelson, and his fleet, was British.
21 posted on
10/11/2015 5:19:14 AM PDT by
philman_36
(Pride breakfasted with plenty, dined with poverty and supped with infamy. Benjamin Franklin)
To: philman_36
I recently read a book about Vice Admiral Lord Nelson, and I watched several documentaries on Trafalgar.
One of the most fascinating subjects I have delved into in a very long time (both the man and the battle).
52 posted on
10/11/2015 7:25:10 AM PDT by
SkyPilot
("I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." John 14:6)
To: philman_36
Yes, another poster pointed out my typo as well. Thanks.
59 posted on
10/11/2015 7:34:25 AM PDT by
SkyPilot
("I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." John 14:6)
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