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His flagship was named HMS Victory. She has been preserved to this day in Great Britain, still afloat. However, she is a WOODEN ship and was rotting away. During the 1990's (?) she was rebuilt "stick by stick"...and it is said that she does not contain very much of her original wood.
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What events happened at the battle of trafalgar?
Trafalgar was a naval battle during theNapoleonicera along the strait of the same name. The Spanish built the largest ship with 65 guns on it. It was a combined force of Spanish and french ships versus the English ships under admiral Nelson. Nelson was killed but he won the battle.
What is the name of the person who carries the flag into battle?
The flagbearer.
Can you name the knight who commanded his own troops in battle under his own square shaped flag?
Banneret
What was the name of the battle that inspired the famous marines statue holding an American flag during World War 2?
Battle of Iwo Jima -- See Sources and related links for more information. The statue not only memorializes the battle but also the picture of the raising of the U.S. flag atop Mount Suribachi. Joe Rosenthal's Pulitzer Prize-winning photograph taken on the Pacific island is one of the best-known war images ever made
What was the importance of flag bearers in the civil war?
Flag bearers did just what their name entitles, held their colors on the battlefield. In the Confederate Army each regiment had a battle flag and sometimes a state flag. In the Union Army each regiment carried a national flag as well as a regimental flag which had the eagle holding a shield. Not only were these flags a symbol of pride to the soldiers, they also had the very important job of helping to keep the men in line (you were taught to "dress" on the colors) as well as help commanders know what regiment was which and where they were on the battlefield.
Admiral nelsons first name?
Admiral nelson first name was Horatio. He was a British flag officer famous for his service in the Royal Navy.
What is the name of the battle in which Nelson won against the French?
Trafalgar
What were the names of Admiral Nelson's captains at the battle of Trafalgar?
Nelson's ship at the Battle of Trafalgar was the Victory.It was the HMS Bristol.
What was the name of Lord Nelson's flagship?
At the Battle of Santa Cruz de Tenerife (a complete disaster) Nelson's ship was HMS Thesus Battle of the Nile-HMS Vanguard Battle of Copenhagen-HMS Elephant Battle of Trafalgar (his famous last battle)-HMS Victory
Is trafalgar square a city?
Trafalgar Square is a plaza in London UK. Its focal point is a statue of Admiral Lord Nelson - regarded as Britain's greatest naval hero - who defeated Napoleon's French fleet at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. Horatio Nelson was fatally wounded during the battle but lived long enough to know that the battle was won. Trafalgar Square was laid out in commemoration of his victory - which incidentally - was the name of his flagship (HMS Victory).
What was the name of the ship lord nelson died on?
HMS Victory, during the Battle of Trafalgar, 21 October, 1805.
What events happened at the battle of trafalgar?
Trafalgar was a naval battle during theNapoleonicera along the strait of the same name. The Spanish built the largest ship with 65 guns on it. It was a combined force of Spanish and french ships versus the English ships under admiral Nelson. Nelson was killed but he won the battle.
What is the name of the admiral who died in a sea battle in 1805 and has a monument in Trafalgar Square London?
Admiral Lord Horatio Nelson
What is the name of the person who carries the flag into battle?
The flagbearer.
What is the name of The confederate battle flag?
The Stars and Bars
Which name links a South African statesman with the Battle of Trafalgar?
Trafalgar square is named after the battle, and that particular square is apparently the scene of MANY political rallies, speeches, tourists, and other causes. Mandela is most likely one of the many political visitors to that area.
Where does the name trafalgar come from?
Following the great sea battle between the combined French and Spanish navy's and the British Navy off Cabo Trafalgar, which is a headland in the Province of Cadiz north west of Gibraltar. The name of of Arabic origin, Tarf al Gharb
