Painting of ships fighting at the Battle of Trafalgar

The Battle of Trafalgar, painted by J. M. W. Turner in 1822–1824; it combines moments from different stages of the battle. J. M. W. Turner. Public domain.

Historical event

Battle of Trafalgar

21 October 1805

A decisive British naval victory over the combined French and Spanish fleet.

Overview

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