Horatio Nelson
1758-1805
Early Life
His uncle was a Captain in the Navy
Joined the navy at 12 years old, common at the time
Son of a clergyman
He was training to be an officer, started as a midshipmen
He was not always popular with his superiors as he was rather outspoken
Bravery (Injuries)
Lost the sight in one eye
Loss of right arm
As his career developed, he sustained various serious wounds.
sand blasted into his face
1794- Corsica
Shot by a musketball
Only the quick application of a tourniquet saved his life
Tenerife 1797
Tactics
Leadership Qualities
He always led from the front
He inspired great loyalty among his crew
He shared his plans with his officers
'The Nelson Touch'
In the heat of battle he was able to make decisions quickly and independently
New Tactic- to attack in a column and engage the enemy in small groups
First time used at Battle of St. Vincent
High risk, high reward
Changed naval warfare
Previous, ships lined up against each other. This led to bloody and inconclusive battles.
Leading from the front shows great bravery too!
He rises through the ranks quickly.
He had his arm amputated