The Napoleonic Wars involved a series of major conflicts where British forces were led by iconic military figures on both land and sea. Which statement correctly identifies the commanders and the nature of their most famous victories during this period?
- Admiral Nelson was responsible for the naval victory at the Battle of Trafalgar, whereas the Duke of Wellington led the army to defeat Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo.Answer
- BThe Duke of Wellington led the British fleet at the Battle of Trafalgar, while Admiral Nelson commanded the land forces during the final defeat of Napoleon at Waterloo.
- CAdmiral Nelson defeated the French army at the Battle of Waterloo, while the Duke of Wellington secured the English Channel at the naval Battle of Trafalgar.
- DBoth Admiral Nelson and the Duke of Wellington shared command of the British navy during the decisive defeat of Napoleon's forces at the Battle of Trafalgar.
Answer
Admiral Nelson led the British fleet to victory at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, and the Duke of Wellington led the Allied army to defeat Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815.
The correct answer accurately reflects the historical facts that Admiral Nelson commanded the Royal Navy at the Battle of Trafalgar (1805), which destroyed the French and Spanish fleets, and the Duke of Wellington commanded the Allied forces at the Battle of Waterloo (1815), which resulted in the final defeat of Napoleon.
Step-by-Step Solution
Key Concept
Distinction between naval and land victories in the French Wars
Practice More
Review the significance of the dates 1805 (Trafalgar) and 1815 (Waterloo) to reinforce the timeline of the Napoleonic Wars.
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