Nelson was shot and killed by a French sniper at the Battle of Trafalgar after urging his men to 'do their duty'. But he survived long enough on his death bed to to hear from Hardy that Britain ...

“This seaman’s account from aboard the Belleisle provides a fascinating look at the Battle of Trafalgar, as well as an important early description of the death of Nelson. “The accepted ...

Hundreds of people will gather in Nelson today to farewell Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming - a much loved mother, wife, friend ...

Admiral Nelson’s death has been commemorated in a monument on Trafalgar Square named after the battle (Getty Images) “Lord Nelson in the Victory engaged the French Admiral most closely ...

The first policewoman to be killed in the line of duty in New Zealand has been honoured as a "fearless" matriarch of her ...

An iconic Edinburgh landmark will remain closed for the next six months as teams work to restore the 200-year-old monument.

Over the period 1794 to 1805, under Nelson's leadership, the Royal Navy proved its supremacy over the French. His most famous engagement, at Cape Trafalgar, saved Britain from threat of invasion ...

Nelson Monument, one of Edinburgh’s most iconic landmarks, is set to temporarily close for the final phase of essential ...

Further refurbishment work at the Nelson Monument will lead to its temporary closure. The final phase of renovating the monument will include inspecting the external walls and windows, installing new ...