Trafalgar: The Greatest Naval Battle in History

A sober, instructive retelling of a vast sea clash, more illuminating than thrilling, best for viewers curious about how history turned.

Directed by

Fabrice Hourlier

Genres

Documentary, History

Starring

Laurent Schilling, Pierre Macherez

Overview

This historical drama takes us back to one of the great battles in naval history. It took place in 1805 during the great Napoleonic Wars and pitted the British Royal Navy against the combined fleets of Spain and France. In one of the most decisive engagements ever, the Royal Navy lost only one ship while sinking 22 French and Spanish warships. It put an end to Napoleon's plan to invade England.

How it feels

Measured and needs your attention.

About

War, power, fate, death

Content

Mild violence. No gore, sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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