“Let me alone: I have yet my legs and one arm. Tell the surgeon to make haste and his instruments. I know I must lose my right arm, so the sooner it's off the better.”
Quote by Horatio Nelson
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The Dispatches and Letters of Vice Admiral Lord Viscount Nelson
The volume includes a collection of dispatches and letters written by Vice Admiral Lord Viscount Nelson, providing a unique perspective on his role in the British Royal Navy. The content covers his experiences during significant naval battles and his interactions with colleagues and superiors, offering a detailed look into the mind of a prominent historical figure. more
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Horatio Nelson
Horatio Nelson was a British Admiral known for his bravery in the Napoleonic Wars. He is famous for his victory over the combined French and Spanish fleets at the Battle of Trafalgar, but unfortunately, he was wounded in battle and died shortly thereafter. more
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Source: The Dispatches and Letters of Vice Admiral Lord Viscount Nelson