In this episode of 'The Rest Is History,' hosts Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook explore Horatio Nelson's journey following his injury at Tenerife and his role as a national hero post-Battle of Cape St. Vincent. As he grapples with personal challenges and the threat of Napoleon Bonaparte, Nelson is assigned to locate the French fleet in the Mediterranean amidst rising tensions. The episode dives into his psychological struggles, the strategic importance of military intelligence, and the dynamics of leadership as he prepares for a decisive mission against one of history's most formidable military leaders.