12h 31min, oct 21, 1805 y - Battle of Trafalgar
Description:
It was a naval engagement fought by the British Royal Navy against the combined fleets of French and Spanish Navies, during the war of the Third Coalition of the Napoleonic wars. A British fleet under Admiral Lord Nelson defeats a combined French and Spanish fleet at the battle. Fought off the coast of Spain, Nelson's last words after being informed that victory was imminent. It ended with a clear victory for the British forces.Added to timeline:
Date:
12h 31min, oct 21, 1805 y
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~ 220 years ago