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The Age of Napoleon Podcast

Episode 60: Do Much or Be Ruined

Nov 8, 2019
Nelson's struggle and career resurrection during the War of the First Coalition, his aggressive nature and political ambitions in the Mediterranean, the British-Corsican relationship and its comparison to Ireland, British assault on Colvey and Nelson's eye injury, Spain's declaration of war and the battle at sea, triumph and consequences of the naval battle
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  • The outbreak of war revitalized Horatio Nelson's career prospects and allowed him to play a small role in significant events in the Mediterranean.
  • Nelson's bold maneuvers during the battle, disregarding orders and capturing key Spanish ships, solidified his reputation as a brilliant naval officer and brought him closer to achieving his ambitions.

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