Trafalgar Collection

Nelson outlining his battle plans for Trafalgar, 1805
This picture illustrates the famous incident when Nelson, visiting Lord Sidmouth five weeks before Trafalgar, dipped a finger in the port and sketched his plan for the expected battle

Death of Nelson (West)
Horatio Nelson is fatally wounded at the Battle of Trafalgar

The Battle of Trafalgar
3892973 The Battle of Trafalgar by Stanfield, William Clarkson (1793-1867); (add.info.: The Battle of Trafalgar (1805)); Photo © Derek Bayes. All rights reserved 2022

Nelsons Signal
Before the battle, Nelson sends his famous signal : England expects every man to do his duty

Admiral Nelson and Captain Hardy during Trafalgar
During the Battle of Trafalgar on 21 October 1805, it was shortly before Nelson was mortally wounded that a shot struck the fore brace bits on the quarter deck and passed between Nelson and Hardy

The Battle of Trafalgar, H. M. S. Victory breaks the line
Illustration showing the moment during the Battle of Trafalgar, 21 October 1805, that HMS Victory broke through the enemy line and also the moment of Nelsons mortal wounding

The HMS Victory - brought in to Portsmouth Harbour
The HMS Victory - in Portsmouth Harbour. Fitted up as a Naval School of Telegrapha before becoming a floating signal school proper (as can be seen on this card) until 1904

H. M. S. Victory flying the famous signal on 21 October 1905
As part of the Nelson celebrations of the centenary of his victory at the Battle of Trafalgar, the H.M.S. Victory, his flagship

Keir Hardie addressing suffragettes at Trafalgar Square
Keir Hardie (1856-1915), founder of the Labour party, addressing suffragettes at a free speech meeting in 1908 - Emmeline Pankhurst (1858-1928) and Elizabeth Wolstenholme Elmy (1834-1913)

Battle of Trafalgar (October 21st, 1805). The vessel Prince of Asturias, hoisting the Gravina badge, battles five English vessels. Etching. SPAIN. Madrid. National Library

Coronation 1953, Queen Elizabeth II in golden State coach
Queen Elizabeth II drives through Trafalgar Square in central London in the golden State coach on the way to Westminster Abbey for her Coronation on 2 June 1953. Date: 1953

Horatio, Lord Nelson
Circular portrait of legendary British naval commander Horatio, Lord Nelson (1758 - 1805) surrounded by scenes depicting his death on the deck of the flagship HMS Victory

Interior of Nelsons flagship, H. M. S. Victory at Trafalgar
This is a sectional drawing of the interior of H.M.S. Victory, Nelsons flagship. It shows how the Victory was fought at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805

Suffragette Campaign Muriel Matters Pankhurst. The campaign of the suffragettes in October 1908, including demonstration in Trafalgar Square, the trial of Mrs

Trafalgar Square and Lord Nelson. Date: circa 1950

Nelsons last signal at Trafalgar, 21 October 1805
At the Battle of Trafalgar on 21 October 1805, Nelson gives his famous last signal England expects that every man will do his duty

HMS Implacable, 1920
Photograph of HMS Implacable, formerly the Duguay-Trouin, 1920. This ship was built in France in 1789, served at Trafalgar, and was captured by the Royal Navy shortly thereafter

Grenadier Guards Depart
The Grenadier Guards march through Trafalgar Square, London, preparatory to departing for the Crimea whence many of them will not return

Trafalgar Square 1926
Trafalgar Square, London 1926, at night - street lighting, car headlights, Nelsons Column through the gloom. Date: 1926

The Battle of Trafalgar, John Christian Schetky, 1778-1874, British

Cuthbert Collingwood
LORD CUTHBERT COLLINGWOOD English naval commander. Took command on Nelsons death at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805

Women working during the First World War. Above: in a weapons factory, filling shells with explosives. Below: an outdoor scene with a woman bus conductor

Nelson Sends Signal
Before the battle, Nelson orders his famous signal : England expects every man to do his duty

Trafalgar Square 1930S
A lovely summer evening scene in Trafalgar Square, London

London Map 1756
London still surrounded by fields, with Tyburn (note the gallows) and Buckingham House on the outskirts. Trafalgar Square doesn t exist, and Mayfair is still undeveloped

Model of the Victory, Nelsons Ship at Trafalgar

Admiralty Arch
The Arch which separates Trafalgar Square from the Mall and the approach to Buckingham Palace

Trafalgar square, Bridgetown, Barbados, West Indies, circa 1900. Date: circa 1900

Twas In Trafalgar's Bay
This painting depicts a naval battle between some galleons at Trafalgar Bay, which occurred in 1805, between the British Royal Navy and the combined fleets of the French and Spanish Navies

Portsmouth, Hampshire - HMS Victory flying Nelsons signal
Portsmouth, Hampshire - HMS Victory flying Nelsons famous signal ( ENGLAND CONFIDES (expects) THAT EVERY MAN WILL DO HIS DUTY" Date: circa 1910s

Nelsons flagship HMS Victory by G. H. Davis
The ship that links us today with our most famous naval victory and an epitome of the Royal Navys finest traditions: a sectional drawing of Nelsons flagship HMS Victory

London bus passing the National Gallery and St Martin in the Fields church in Trafalgar Square; London; England

Suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst Trafalgar Square. Mrs. Emmeline Pankhurst attending a crowd in Trafalgar Square. Invites them to Rush the House of Commons on 13th october 1908. Date: 1908

Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree, fountain and reflection, London
Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree and fountain, Trafalgar Square, London

Royal Wedding 1947 - bridal procession
The Irish Coach containing Princess Elizabeth and her father, King George VI, swings into Trafalgar Square on its way to Westminster Abbey for the marriage of the Princess to Lieutenant Philip

HMS Implacable at Devonport, 1926
Photograph showing a stern view of the frigate HMS Implacable in dry dock at Devonport, 1926. Implacable was one of the ships captured by the Royal Navy at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805

HMS Victory - 2
HMS Victory, Portsmouth, England. A sailor scrubs the main deck. First published The Daily Telegraph Date: circa 1990

Trafalgar Square Lions
Nelson thanks Edwin Landseer for the lions which are finally installed at the foot of his column in Trafalgar Square. Date: 1867

Trafalgar Tavern
The exterior of the Trafalgar Tavern, a popular pub beside the River Thames at Greenwich, London. Date: 1973

BATTLE OF TRAFALGAR, 1805. 21 October 1805. Steel engraving, 19th century, after a painting by Clarkson Stanfield (1793-1867)

Princess Elizabeths Wedding - Procession - Admiralty Arch
The marriage of Princess Elizabeth (future Queen Elizabeth II) to Prince Philip of Greece on 20th November 1947. The wedding procession en route to Westminster Abbey from Buckingham Palace

Paper chasing / W H Robinson
In post war Britain, permanent features such as Trafalgar Square should be enlisted as sports centers, allowing paper chasers to compete

Nelson Statue
Londoners get a chance to admire the Nelson effigy at close quarters, before he is hoisted to the top of his column where only pigeons get close

National Gallery 1906
The exterior of the National Gallery fronting onto Trafalgar Square, before the new works of 2003

St James Park 1794
A striking view of the park as seen from Buckingham House : Whitehall and Trafalgar Square are inconspicuous, the City a distant prospect, the Mall a delightful place for strolling

Trafalgar Square / Chromo
A view of Trafalgar Square looking up towards the National Gallery, showing Nelsons Column, the lions and the fountains

Trafalgar Sq before Lion
Trafalgar Square before the lions came

Horse drawn fire engine, Trafalgar Square, London
A horse drawn fire engine races past Trafalgar Square, Central London

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"Remembering the Historic Battle of Trafalgar: A Glimpse into Nelson's Heroic Legacy" In 1805, Admiral Nelson meticulously outlined his battle plans for Trafalgar, a pivotal moment in naval history. The Death of Nelson by West immortalizes the sacrifice made by this fearless leader. During the battle, Nelson's Signal became a symbol of unity and determination. Amidst the chaos, Admiral Nelson and Captain Hardy stood side by side on HMS Victory, their unwavering resolve inspiring their crew. Breaking through enemy lines with sheer audacity, Victory etched its name in history. Years later, HMS Victory was brought to Portsmouth Harbour as a testament to its triumph at Trafalgar. Horatio Lord Nelson's legacy lives on within these hallowed decks. Flying high above Victory on that fateful day was the famous signal that rallied British forces towards victory - an enduring symbol of courage and resilience. Trafalgar Square witnessed not only historic battles but also moments of social change. Keir Hardie addressed suffragettes here, reminding us that progress is born from collective action. The Battle itself remains etched in our memories; it forever altered the course of history. On October 21st, 1805, bravery clashed against adversity as nations fought for supremacy upon treacherous seas. Fast forward to 1953 when Queen Elizabeth II embarked on her coronation journey in golden State coach - a reminder that even amidst celebration and grandeur we honor those who have come before us. Stepping inside H. M. S. Victory today offers a glimpse into life during the Battle - an immersive experience where one can almost hear echoes of cannons roaring and feel the pulse-pounding anticipation felt by brave sailors fighting for their nation's glory.