Life and Duties
Standing Interrogatories of Aubrey’s Royal Navy
During the War of 1812, much of the action at sea had less to do with the navies of either Britain or the United States fighting one another and much more to do with those […]
The History
Punishment
An Introduction to Punishment in Aubrey’s Royal Navy
Discipline in the Royal Navy of Nelson’s time is often seen as a harsh and unbending code of ‘starting’, flogging and hanging. But to take punishment out of the context of the times is to […]
Battle of Trafalgar
Nelson’s Letters Leading up to Trafalgar
The following dispatches and diary entries are taken from a book of Nelson’s letters. They give us deep insight into the working of that great man’s mind as well as all the preparations and maneuvering […]
Battle of the Nile
British Order of Battle at the Nile
August 1, 1798
Battle of the Nile
August 1st, 1798: The Battle of the Nile
The Battle of the Nile, which took place on August 1, 1798, was one of the early defining events of England’s war with France. It was also one of the early defining events of Jack […]
Battle of Trafalgar
Nelson’s Signal to the Fleet
The signal issued by Lord Nelson from the HMS Victory during the Battle of Trafalgar is famous for its patriotism and poignancy. It was communicated via flags hoisted in a specific order.
Battle of Trafalgar
Letter to Admiral Collingwood Immediately After Trafalgar
From an officer on HMS Euralyus 26 October, 1805
Battle of Trafalgar
Spanish Order of Battle at Trafalgar
October 21, 1805
Battle of Trafalgar
French Order of Battle at Trafalgar
October 21, 1805
Battle of Trafalgar
British Order of Battle at Trafalgar
October 21, 1805