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Among many other campaigns, in his long naval career, Admiral Lord Nelson led the British fleet to victory in the [[Battle of the Nile]] in 1798 and in the [[Battle of Trafalgar]] in October 1805. | Among many other campaigns, in his long naval career, Admiral Lord Nelson led the British fleet to victory in the [[Battle of the Nile]] in 1798 and in the [[Battle of Trafalgar]] in October 1805. | ||
| − | Nelson was severely injured by a falling sail at Trafalgar after a [[Flecha-del-Fuego]] set the sails of the [[HMS Victory]] on fire. His medals were melted to his chest, a fact | + | Nelson was severely injured by a falling sail at Trafalgar after a [[Flecha-del-Fuego]] set the sails of the [[HMS Victory]] on fire. His medals were melted to his chest, a fact his is proud of. |
He was known for his ability to inspire and bring out the best in his men. | He was known for his ability to inspire and bring out the best in his men. | ||
