Derek George Montague Gardner (1914–2007) was one of the finest British marine painters of the 20th century, and his work continues to fascinate collectors on both sides of the Atlantic.

A piece of the Union Jack flag believed to have been flown from British military leader Lord Horatio Nelson's ship during the Battle of Trafalgar is to be auctioned in London later this month.

Nelson's words written three days before death at Battle of Trafalgar A previously unpublished letter by Admiral Lord Nelson three days before the Battle of Trafalgar has emerged 220 years on ...

Admiral Lord Nelson’s famous last words may not have been “kiss me, Hardy,” according to a newly unearthed letter. Instead, the British naval hero is claimed to have declared, “Thanks be ...