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Nelson was a hero of the British Navy. Born in 1753, he joined the Navy at only 12 years old. He lost his right arm and the use of the right eye during a battle. In 1798 he defeated the French fleet at the Battle of the Nile and in 1801 he won another victory in Copenhagen, Denmark. Nelson became an English hero. He was given the title of viscount. In 1805 he led the British fleet to victory against France and Spain at Trafalgar. During this battle, he was wounded on the deck of his boat, the "Victory", and died shortly afterwards.
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