How HMS Victory Became A Symbol Of British Naval Power

How HMS Victory Became A Symbol Of British Naval Power

Admiral Nelson’s personal flagship at the Battle of Trafalgar was the largest warship in the world with firepower equivalent to a whole army on land. Its construction included the felling of 6000 oak trees for planking and 27 miles of rope rigging. Her most famous captain, Nelson was renowned as much for scandal as for his dazzling military leadership. Credit to : Timeline – World History Documentaries