Who was Horatio Nelson? artwork
Episode 526 12 min

Who was Horatio Nelson?

4 novembre 2026

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About This Episode

Imagine going to sea at just twelve years old and growing up to become the most famous admiral in history—even though you were seasick your entire life! In this exciting episode of History's Not Boring, Mira and Finn dive into the wild and adventurous life of Horatio Nelson! Find out how a small, sickly boy from the English countryside became an absolute legend of the British Royal Navy. You won't believe what happened when a French cannonball blasted sharp stones into his face, or how he kept giving orders to his men just thirty minutes after losing his arm! Discover the genius trick he used at the Battle of Copenhagen when he literally turned a "blind eye" to a retreat command he didn't want to follow. Plus, we'll sail right into the legendary Battle of Trafalgar, where Nelson defeated the French and Spanish fleets from aboard the massive HMS Victory. Oh, and wait until you hear the incredibly weird true story of how they brought his body back home across the ocean in a giant barrel of brandy! Get ready for flying cannonballs, massive warships, and history's bravest sea captain!

What You'll Learn

  • Horatio nelson
  • Battle of trafalgar
  • Hms victory
  • British royal navy
  • History for kids
Mira Finn

Join Mira and Finn as they explore the fascinating world of Horatio Nelson!

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