John Brown to Mr Thomas Windever. VICTORY Chatham. Describes bringing Nelson's body back and the preparations for the funeral.

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Title
John Brown to Mr Thomas Windever. VICTORY Chatham. Describes bringing Nelson's body back and the preparations for the funeral.
Reference
AGC/30/4/7
Collection
  • National Maritime Museum, UK: Letters (AGC)
Document Type
  • Correspondence
Date
28 Dec 1805
Description
John Brown to Mr Thomas Windever. VICTORY Chatham 28 December 1805. Describes bringing Nelson's body back and the preparations for the funeral. He also gives his account of the battle of Trafalgar and explains what arrangements are being made for the drafting of the ship's company.
Theme
  • Warfare