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Post by Elliot Kane on Jul 3, 2008 5:28:19 GMT
A SHIP’S log describing the Battle of Trafalgar and Lord Nelson’s famous “England expects” signal has emerged after 200 years. Full article hereThis was the pivotal battle for Britain that gave us naval superiority for the next century or so. So a rather fascinating piece of history, that log  |
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Post by ss on Jul 3, 2008 23:18:17 GMT
Absolutely fascinating that it has been preserved...a museum is just the place for it... |
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Post by Elliot Kane on Jul 3, 2008 23:59:11 GMT
I think so. Stuff like that gives real insight into the history of the time - the way they thought and felt about the world and the the people in it. To us, Nelson is just a historical figure. To them, he was the boss |
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Post by Galadriel on Jul 22, 2008 14:46:22 GMT
Really amazing, I wonder what else can be found that will lift a tip of the vail of history...
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Post by Hildor on Jul 22, 2008 17:12:27 GMT
I just love such things. Put it in a museum right now! ^^
*EDIT: oh no, first get all the information from it and print it to be read at the museum too ;D
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Post by Elliot Kane on Jul 22, 2008 19:34:19 GMT
Excellent caveat, Hildor! I like that plan |
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