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Battle of Trafalgar
- When
- 21 October 1805
- Where
- Cape Trafalgar
The Royal Navy defeated the combined Franco-Spanish fleet off Cape Trafalgar on 21 October 1805.
The fleet action took place on 21 October 1805 between the Royal Navy and the combined French and Spanish navies. Nelson was fatally shot during the engagement, which secured a decisive British victory.
Sources
- Battle of Trafalgar Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-29
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