Step back into 1805 as Ella Blackburn sits down with Professor Matthew Hughes to uncover the story of the Battle of Trafalgar. Together, they explore the tense build-up to the battle, Nelson’s daring tactics, and the dramatic aftermath that reshaped European history.
Discover what life was really like aboard a Royal Navy warship: the power of the fleet, the men who served, and why this battle mattered so deeply to Britain’s survival.
Set against a vivid, immersive backdrop, this series brings to life one of history’s most decisive naval clashes. On 21 October 1805, off the coast of Spain, the British Royal Navy faced the combined forces of Napoleonic France and Spain. The victory not only secured Britain from invasion but also cemented Admiral Nelson’s legacy, immortalised today by Nelson’s Column in Trafalgar Square, London.
If you’re fascinated by naval history, strategy, or the age of sail then Great Battles: Trafalgar is not to be missed.