The Life of Nelson, Volume 2
by A. T. Mahan (1840–1914)
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"The Life of Nelson, Volume 2" by A. T. Mahan is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume continues the detailed examination of Admiral Horatio Nelson's life and naval career, focusing on his leadership during pivotal moments in naval warfare, particularly in the Mediterranean and his interactions with various political and military figures of the time. Mahan, an esteemed naval historian, offers insights into Nelson's character, strategies, and the broader implications of his actions on maritime power dynamics. At the start of this volume, the narrative shifts to Nelson's role as the temporary commander-in-chief in the Mediterranean following Lord Keith's departure. Mahan outlines Nelson's immediate challenges, including managing urgent military affairs amidst growing health concerns and discontent about the limitations of his command. The opening portion provides a glimpse into Nelson's administration during a critical period filled with strategic maneuvers, correspondence with foreign officials, and a keen focus on maintaining British dominance at sea. As Mahan unfolds the complexities of Nelson's life, he paints a vivid picture of a great leader grappling with the weight of expectation and the harsh realities of war.
- Nelson, Horatio Nelson, Viscount, 1758-1805
- Admirals · Great Britain · Biography
- Great Britain · History, Naval · 19th century
- Great Britain. Royal Navy · Biography
- Great Britain · History, Naval · 18th century
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Chapter XIV
NELSON TEMPORARILY COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF IN THE MEDITERRANEAN.—RELIEVED BY LORD KEITH.—APPLIES TO RETURN TO ENGLAND ON ACCOUNT OF ILL HEALTH.
AUGUST, 1799—JUNE, 1800.
Nelson left in temporary command His disposition of the squadron Made Duke of Bronte in Sicily His hopes of remaining in command disappointed His discontent Energy and tact in exercising command Affairs in Rome and Naples Nelson visits Minorca His anxiety about Malta Portuguese squadron recalled to Lisbon.—Nelson's action Characteristics of his intercourse with foreign officials Urgency with army to support blockade of La Valetta Partial success in this Successes on the Continent of the Coalition against France Subsequent blunders and disasters Nelson's mortification at Bonaparte's escape to France The French defeat the Turks at Aboukir Nelson peremptorily forbids Sidney Smith to allow any French to leave Egypt Smith nevertheless countenances the Convention of El Arish His action disallowed by Keith and Nelson Nelson's vivid expressions of disapproval Nelson joins Keith at Leghorn They visit Palermo and Malta together Capture of "Le Genereux," 74, by Nelson's division Nelson's relations with Keith, and bearing towards him Keith orders Nelson to take personal charge off Malta Nelson's annoyance and remonstrance His restiveness under Keith's command He returns from Malta to Palermo The "Guillaume Tell," 80, captured in his absence Displeasure of the Admiralty at his quitting his station Letters of the First Lord Nelson's soreness under them He applies for leave to return to England
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This free edition of The Life of Nelson, Volume 2 by A. T. Mahan comes from Project Gutenberg eBook #16915, released 2005-10-21. It is in the public domain in the United States, so you can read it here in full at no cost, on any phone, tablet or computer. Genre: Biographies, History - British, History - Modern (1750+), History - Warfare.
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