Papers of Horatio Nelson, 1777-1925.

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Papers of Horatio Nelson, 1777-1925.

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Mostly letters from Nelson to William Locker, Lady Hamilton, Prince William Henry, and others reflect Nelson's career from 1777, particularly the Baltic Expedition, the Battle of Copenhagen, and the Battle of Trafalgar; various minor encounters between British and enemy warships; Prince William Henry, later King William IV and his naval activities; family and personal affairs, especially in connection with Lady Hamilton.

291 pieces.

Huntington Library, Art Collections & Botanical Gardens

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