Young Nelsons
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There was a long-standing British tradition of children going to sea, of boys who volunteered to fight for Britain, and along the way found glory, fame, and wealth. During the Napoleonic Wars, some children as young as eight were also fighting for the very survival of Britain.
Child soldiersGreat Britain. Royal NavyGreat BritainNaval HistoryBritish Naval operationsJuvenile ParticipationNapoleonic Wars, 1800-1815HistoryGreat britain, history, militarySailors