"The Fall of Nelson" at Battle of Trafalgar, by Denis Dighton (1792-1827). An impression of the mortal wounding of Nelson on the upper deck of the 'Victory', painted many years after the event. Nelson is portrayed at the moment he falls, Captain Hardy, with his back to the viewer, advances to assist Royal Marine Sergeant Secker, who is already at Nelson's side. 21 October 1805.

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Size: 5497px × 3907px
Location: English Channel
Photo credit: © De Luan / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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