In episode 516 of "The Rest Is History", the hosts discuss the Battle of Cape St. Vincent on February 14, 1797, where Admiral Jervis led the British Royal Navy against a larger Spanish fleet. Highlighting the audacity of Lord Nelson, who defied orders and charged the formidable Spanish flagship Santísima Trinidad, the episode details how this bold maneuver turned the tide in favor of Britain. Despite subsequent challenges during the ill-fated Tenerife Expedition, Nelson's heroism and leadership established him as a national hero, reflecting the complexities of naval warfare and the personal sacrifices made by those involved.