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Frances Nelson and Josiah Nisbet blue plaque

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Frances Nelson and Josiah Nisbet blue plaque
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This blue commemorative plaque records: Nelson House. Lady Frances 'Fanny' Nelson, nee Woolward, Duchess of Bronte, wife of Admiral Viscount Lord Horatio Nelson lived here during the period 1803 to 1829 with her son Josiah Nisbet to whom the Admiral was deeply attached. Fanny's marriage to Lord Nelson took place on her native island of Nevis in 1787. Lady Nelson was buried in Littleham Churchyard in 1829. Recorded plaque organisation: Exmouth Society.
Lady Frances 'Fanny' Nelson, wife of Admiral Horatio Nelson, lived at Nelson House from 1803 to 1829; her relationship with the naval hero and their son Josiah Nisbet provides insight into the personal life of one of Britain's most celebrated military figures.

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