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Horatio Nelson

Horatio Nelson

Horatio Nelson, 1st Viscount Nelson, KB (29 September 1758 – 21 October 1805) was a British flag officer famous for his service in the Royal Navy, particularly during the Napoleonic Wars.

First gain the victory and then make the best use of it you can.
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Duty is the great business of a sea officer; all private considerations must give way to it, however painful it may be.
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My greatest happiness is to serve my gracious King and Country and I am envious only of glory; for if it be a sin to covet glory I am the most offending soul alive.
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I could not tread these perilous paths in safety, if I did not keep a saving sense of humor.
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Now I can do no more. We must trust to the Great Disposer of all events and the justice of our cause. I thank God for this opportunity of doing my duty.
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