The year 1805 was a significant year in the history of Europe, as it was a year of war and political upheaval.
The Battle of Trafalgar, fought on October 21, 1805, was a naval battle between the British Royal Navy, led by Admiral Horatio Nelson, and the combined fleets of the French and Spanish navies, led by Admiral Pierre-Charles Villeneuve.
The battle took place off the coast of Spain, near Cape Trafalgar, and resulted in a decisive victory for the British, who crippled the French and Spanish fleets, marking a turning point in the Napoleonic Wars.
The battle is also significant because it was the last battle in which Admiral Nelson participated, as he was mortally wounded during the battle and died shortly thereafter.