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Admiral Nelson lying mortally wounded on the quarter deck of HMS Victory, 1816. Artist: I Brown
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Admiral Nelson lying mortally wounded on the quarter deck of HMS Victory, 1816. Artist: I Brown
Admiral Nelson lying mortally wounded on the quarter deck of HMS Victory, 1816. One of Britains greatest military figures, Nelson was the victor at a number of naval battles in the Napoleonic Wars, including the Battle of the Nile (1798), Copenhagen (1801) and most famously, Trafalgar (1805) where he was fatally wounded. From The History of the War, from the Commencement of the French Revolution to the Present Time, volume I, by Hewson Clarke, published by T Kinnersley (London, 1816)
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Admiral Nelson - The Hero's Final Moments
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. In this powerful print, we witness a haunting scene that captures the tragic end of one of Britain's greatest military figures, Admiral Horatio Nelson. Painted by I Brown in 1816, the image portrays the iconic moment when Nelson lies mortally wounded on the quarter deck of HMS Victory. Nelson's remarkable career was marked by numerous victories in naval battles during the Napoleonic Wars. From his triumph at the Battle of the Nile to his famous victory at Trafalgar, where he met his untimely demise, Nelson displayed unparalleled courage and strategic brilliance. The artist skillfully depicts Nelson dressed in his commanding uniform, symbolizing both strength and vulnerability. As he lies on board HMS Victory with a death blow inflicted upon him, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by those who defend their country. This engraving from "The History of War" published in 1816 serves as a poignant reminder of England's naval supremacy during this era. It transports us back to a time when ships ruled over vast oceans and warfare took place upon treacherous waters. As we gaze upon this monochrome masterpiece, our hearts ache for Lord Nelson - Viscount Nelson - Admiral Nelson; an extraordinary leader whose legacy lives on through tales of bravery and sacrifice. May his memory forever be etched into history as an emblematic figure who gave everything for king and country.
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