In January 1841 , a man on the Gipsy by the name of Collins refused to obey an order . When Captain Gibson strode up to take charge , " he struck the skipper a blow on the left eye , wounding him in two places .
This personal experience of sickness made him uniquely aware of the importance of health and fitness to the efficient running of a fleet, and this new book investigates Nelsons personal contribution to improving the welfare of the men he ...