Where Is Cape Trafalgar?

Cape Trafalgar is a headland in the south-west of Spain, in the province of Cadiz. The battle itself took place to the west of Cape Trafalgar, in the famous Atlantic swell! The Bay of Cadiz was a relatively sensible choice for a battle.

Who won the Battle of Trafalgar?

In one of the most decisive naval battles in history, a British fleet under Admiral Lord Nelson defeats a combined French and Spanish fleet at the Battle of Trafalgar, fought off the coast of Spain.

Why did Nelson win the Battle of Trafalgar?

Why did Britain win at Trafalgar? The main reason why the British fleet won was the superior training and discipline of the crews. They had been at sea for years and most had been together in the same ship for at least two years. ... Nearly every duel involving manoeuvre during the battle was won by the British.

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