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Norfolk Gazette And Publick Ledger
Norfolk, Virginia
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Admiral Lord Nelson's final great victory marks the end of one of history's greatest naval figures; Vice Admiral Collingwood, renowned for his bravery and intelligence, succeeds him in command, with a career highlighted by key roles in the 1794 and 1797 battles.
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Admiral Lord Nelson, by his last great victory, has finished one of the greatest, perhaps the greatest, naval character, the world has ever produced. He is succeeded in his powers and command by vice admiral Collingwood, whose fame as an able, intelligent, and brave officer, stands very high. He was made post-captain in 1780, rear-admiral in 1799, and vice-admiral in 1804. In the memorable action of June 1, 1794, he commanded the Barfleur, of 98 guns, rear-admiral Bowyer's flag ship: and in the great victory of Lord St. Vincent's, over the Spaniards, he led the Excellent, of 74 guns into action; and for his distinguished conduct on these occasions, he has the honour of wearing two gold medals, and chains given to him by his sovereign.
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nelson finishes his career; collingwood succeeds in command and wears two gold medals and chains for past services.
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Admiral Lord Nelson's last great victory ends his illustrious naval career. Vice Admiral Collingwood, noted for his ability, intelligence, and bravery, succeeds him. Collingwood's promotions: post-captain in 1780, rear-admiral in 1799, vice-admiral in 1804. He commanded the Barfleur (98 guns) in the June 1, 1794 action and led the Excellent (74 guns) in Lord St. Vincent's victory over the Spaniards.