Welcome to Trafalgar Square, the beating heart of London. Designed in the first half of the 19th century by architect Charles Barry, it transformed the old Royal Mews into a grand stage celebrating Admiral Nelson’s 1805 victory at the Battle of Trafalgar. Since then, it’s been the nation’s gathering ground — a place for protests, parties, and royal pageantry. Its fountains, statues, and famous lions have seen Britain cheer, mourn, and march through history. But what truly happened at the Battle of Trafalgar? Let’s dive in.