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Could Nelson's fleet fight at Lissa?

The hypothetical answer stays cautious because Lissa belongs to a different technological era.

Question

Could Nelson win at Lissa with his Trafalgar fleet?

Short answer

Possibly, but explosive shells and the change of era would create serious problems.

Notes

Nelson's tactical ability does not settle this counterfactual. Explosive shells and other changes in warfare would confront his fleet with threats outside its own period. The possibility of victory is left open without a firm prediction.