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How the Spanish fleet performed at Trafalgar

Spanish conduct receives a favourable assessment, with Gravina judged a strong candidate for overall command.

Question

How did the Spanish admirals and fleet behave at Trafalgar?

Short answer

They behaved very well; on merit, Gravina is judged the officer who should have commanded the combined fleet.

Notes

The favourable judgment separates Spanish conduct from the combined fleet's defeat. Gravina's ability supports the view that he deserved overall command, even though the coalition placed Villeneuve in charge.