Lord Nelson for Andrea (DurleyBeachBum) by danapommet
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In May 1985, I went to Calton Hill, Edinburgh, Scotland, to see the Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson Monument. That is the photo on the right. Sad to say, overcast and raining. A few days later, I was at the base of Nelson's Column, in the middle of Trafalgar Square. Raining like pouring buckets. Trafalgar Square, named after the battle, is a public space and tourist attraction in central London, England, UK. At its center is Nelson's Column, which is guarded by four lion statues at its base. That is the photo on the left. The whole monument is 169 feet 3 inches (51.59 meters) tall from the bottom of the pedestal to the top of Nelson's hat. Photos scanned. Zoom works!
This information from Wikipedia: I think that I have mentioned my penchant for military history. One of my childhood heroes was Vice Admiral Horatio Lord Nelson. He died on this date, October 21st 1805. He was a flag officer, famous for his service, in the Royal Navy, particularly during the Napoleonic Wars. He was noted for his inspirational leadership and superb grasp of strategy and unconventional tactics, which resulted in a number of decisive naval victories. He was wounded several times in combat, losing one arm and the sight in one eye. Of his victories, the best known and notable was the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, during which he was shot and killed by an enemy marksman. When his body was returned to England, he was placed in a lead casket which was placed into a wooden casket. The following were Nelson's titles, as inscribed on his coffin:
"The Most Noble Lord Horatio Nelson, Viscount and Baron Nelson, of the Nile and of Burnham Thorpe in the County of Norfolk, Baron Nelson of the Nile and of Hilborough in the said County, Knight of the Most Honourable Order of the Bath, Vice Admiral of the White Squadron of the Fleet, Commander in Chief of his Majesty's Ships and Vessels in the Mediterranean, Duke of Bronté in the Kingdom of Sicily, Knight Grand Cross of the Sicilian Order of St Ferdinand and of Merit, Member of the Ottoman Order of the Crescent, Knight Grand Commander of the Order of St Joachim"
Thanks for stopping by, taking a look and for all your previous favs and comments. They are very much appreciated.
Dana
Comments (32)
Faemike55
Very cool images and wonderful history lesson that I never had in school! Great dedication to Andrea
0rest4wicked
Enjoyed the narrative, nice dedication for Andrea!
mgtcs
Marvelous image and narrative dear Dana, spectacular place, loved it a lot!
eekdog
thanks for sharing the photos and info Dana, steve
jocko500
wonderful shots . cool looking too
wotan
Beautiful shots and monuments my friend... good traveling!
durleybeachbum
Thankyou! and for remembering Trafalgar Day, too, Dana! After the service on board HMS Victory yesterday, a senior Naval man said he thought that Nelson would have understood the defence cuts that are taking place here at present. Not much comfort to the hundreds of sailors about to lose their jobs!
jayfar
A couple of great shots despite the rain Dana and a lot of great info.
rainbows
Wonderful captures and information, dear Dana. Hugs for all day. Di. xx
fallen21
Fantastic shots.
dakotabluemoon
Fantastic history piece something i did not know for sure.
flavia49
wonderful shots
pat40
wonderful pics.
mariogiannecchini
Wonderful shots and interesting info , Dana !Great dedication to Andrea !
Bossie_Boots
Incredible captures dana superb work 1!
neiwil
Never been to Calton Hill, but I know Nelson's column well.Following his death Nelson was put in a pickle barrel for the long voyage back to England. Great dedi, and thanks for marking the day....
dochtersions
Marvelous shots, as info, Dana. Such nice you post this for Andrea.
MagikUnicorn
SWEEEET
KnightWolverine
Feels like I'm back in school ...Probably would of learned more if my teacher back then would of been as informative as you are here...Good reading and cool captures Dana!
kbrog
Wonderful captures and info! :) I love the way the tower looks rising above the treeline.
jendellas
That is a great shot of Nelson's Column, pity it was bad weather!!!
emmecielle
Wonderful images and interesting info! :)
Darkglass
Great imagery, love the composition....shame you had the typical British weather! but still a Quality capture!
myrrhluz
I love Trafalgar Square! I've been to Edinburgh, but I don't think I saw the Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson Monument. Very interesting information. Great images and dedication!
adrie
Wonderful captures Dana.
goodoleboy
Besides the collage, the information supplied is top notch, Dana.
sandra46
GREAT DEDICATION
Richardphotos
good you were able to grab some shots.beautiful monument
bobrgallegos
Awesome collage and narrative!!
njb2000
I always enjoy your historical snippets There was a statue in Dublin which was bomb damaged and replaced with the spire said to be the tallest "sculpture"