Trafalgar Day Salute

21.10.2008 at Fort Nelson

Starts at:
10:00 on 21.10.2008
Finishes at:
16:00 on 21.10.2008
Suitable for:
General
Event type:
Gun Firing

Gunfirings and presentations in advance of the 203rd anniversary of Admiral Nelson’s great victory.

See an original 1805 dated 12 pounder gun, of the kind used on board HMS Victory, fired by a uniformed crew of sailers at 12 noon and 3pm.

Also, throughout the day, watch presentations about the life of Admiral Nelson, the Battle of Trafalgar and other great naval events.

Free entry to fort and event – no need to book.

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