Historic Naval Battles

Vintage illustrations of notable naval battles depicting ships, confrontations, and historical maritime warfare from different eras.

Captain Horatio Nelson ordering the 'Minerva' to slow under the guns of the Spaniards in order that Hardy might be saved.  Hardy had gone to the rescue of a sailor who had fallen overboard and was struggling to get back to the 'Minerva'.     Date: 21/10/1905
Captain Horatio Nelson ordering the 'Minerva' to slow under the guns of the Spaniards in order that Hardy might be saved. Hardy had gone to the rescue of a sailor who had fallen overboard and was struggling to get back to the 'Minerva'. Date: 21/10/1905