Cuthbert Collingwood- The Northumbrian who saved the Nation

Cuthbert Collingwood- The Northumbrian who saved the Nation

With foreword by Charles Collingwood.

129 pages with b/w illustrations

Cuthbert’s Collingwood’s role in the victory of Trafalgar is almost always understated and is often forgotten altogether. Nelson was mortally wounded early in the conflict and was removed from the scene. His second in command, Rear Admiral Cuthbert Collingwood  was left to oversee the battle and receive the sword of surrender from the enemy. Learn the full story of this remarkable man and his many years of exceptional service to his country from this excellent biography from a very popular local historian