Horatio Nelson and the 1798 Mediterranean Campaign
Abstract
This publication is a compilation of letters and dispatches written by Horatio Nelson during the 1798 Mediterranean Campaign. The dispatches and letters presented here are based directly on the original 19th century editions; they date from 12 June to 9 August, 1798. Nelson, who died at the naval battle of Trafalgar on October 21, 1805, was one of the most successful and famous British fleet commanders in history. He fought in numerous battles, on both land and at sea, always leading the fight and pushing ahead into the enemy. His best acquaintances acknowledged that Nelson had an unusually clear mind, a keen intellect, and an insatiable thirst for glory. Dates preceded by the names "Theseus," "Captain," "Vanguard," or "Victory" are referring to Nelson's flagships, from whence he wrote many of his orders and dispatches.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 2006
- Accession Number
- ADA480586
Entities
Organizations
- National Defense University