Patriot
Regular price £12.00
"England expects that every man will do his duty" was a signal sent by Vice Admiral of the Royal Navy Horatio Nelson, 1st Viscount Nelson from his flagship HMS Victory as the Battle of Trafalgar was about to commence on 21 October 1805.
During the battle, as Nelson's fleet closed in on the allied fleet, he ordered Lieutenant John Pasco to signal the British fleet as soon as possible. After Pasco suggested some changes, and Nelson agreeing to them, the signal was sent at around 11:45 a.m. on 21 October 1805 and relayed using a numeric flag code.
Although there was much confusion surrounding the precise wording of the signal in the aftermath of the battle, the significance of the victory and Nelson's death during the battle led to the phrase becoming a standard representation of a militant English spirit of courage and virtue in the face of conflict. It has been regularly quoted, paraphrased and referenced up to the modern day.
To summarise... Significant French casualties = Great Success.
Printed poster available in various sizes.
Mock ups shown are for illustrative purposes, frame not supplied.
Please note all posters are shipped separately to other items you may order. Shipping takes approx 3 business days in the UK.
| Format | Width × Height (mm) | Width × Height (in) |
|---|---|---|
| A0 | 841 × 1189 mm | 33.1 × 46.8 in |
| A1 | 594 × 841 mm | 23.4 × 33.1 in |
| A2 | 420 × 594 mm | 16.5 × 23.4 in |
| A3 | 297 × 420 mm | 11.7 × 16.5 in |
| A4 | 210 × 297 mm | 8.3 × 11.7 in |