Research and Publications
The Nelson Dispatch
The Nelson Dispatch is the quarterly journal of The Nelson Society and is distributed free to members. The production of this journal is the responsibility of the editor and is the principal vehicle of communication between members.
Reports on all aspects of Society activities and forthcoming events are included. Articles from many sources are published and there is always new material surfacing from a worldwide membership.
As part of membership, members not only get to see the latest version, but they have access to the archived publications too.
Research and Publications
The Society produces research and publications covering Nelson and his navy, and associated topics. These include pamphlets, paperbacks and hardback books, sometimes produced in conjunction with other publishers, such as Pen & Sword.
A full list of Society publications can be found here:
Nelson and the Slave Trade
By Chris Brett, (2023) 174pp.
In the light of Britain’s colonial past and slave trade history, Nelson has been accused of being racist, a white supremacist and pro-slavery. this critical study and detailed investigation of the evidence effectively shows that Nelson did not support the slave trade, an important work.
John Scott – Nelson’s Secretary and Friend
By John Maynard
Scott may be known for his death on the Victory at Trafalgar, but his remarkable life also deserves to be[…]
Archaeological Memoirs from the Holy Land
By Doctor Nicholas Slope.
An account of the Historian and Archaeologist Dr. Nicholas Slope’s career and experiences excavating in the Holy Land.
Dr Slope[…]
Great Battles of Britain 1704 -1982
By Doctor Nicholas Slope.
A comprehensive book covering some major turning points in British history as a result of major battles including Trafalgar
Prices includes[…]
Bath and Admiral Nelson
A guide book of 114 pages with colour photographs. It includes a complete chronology of Nelson’s life, listing all his visits to Bath and where he stayed, similar details for those members of his family during their times in Bath, details of the doctors, surgeons and the apothecary he consulted; short histories of his contemporaries who lived in Bath plus the complete list of those who came from Bath and served in Nelson’s navy and fought alongside him during the Battle of Trafalgar. Author - The Nelson Society The price includes UK postage and packing. For orders from overseas please email the Society (tnssales@nelson-society.com) for the price including revised postage.
The Amazing True Story of Lord Nelson’s Coffin
A unique story told on how a pine cone grew to become the tree, that became the ships mast, that was installed on the French Ship "L'Orient", that was blown up during the Battle of the Nile and used to construct Nelson's coffin in which he lies in St Pauls Cathedral. Author - Julie Hall The price includes UK postage and packing. For orders from overseas please email the Society (tnssales@nelson-society.com) for the price including revised postage.
Nelson and Yarmouth
The story of Nelson's visits and association with the town of Great Yarmouth in Norfolk. Authors - Faith Carpenter & Bertie Patterson The price includes UK postage and packing. For orders from overseas please email the Society (tnssales@nelson-society.com) for the price including revised postage.
