During the battle, the British Royal Navy was outnumbered, yet through Nelson’s innovative leadership, his fleet was split into two columns, which made breaking through the enemy line easier, causing confusion amongst the enemy. Through this strategy, the British captured or destroyed 22 French and Spanish ships, without losing a single ship in their own fleet. Although victory came for the British, Vice-Admiral Nelson died shortly after from injuries. Furthermore, the significance of the battle lies in its impact. The victory ended Napoleon’s plans to invade Britain and establish Naval supremacy for more than 100 years. This ensured that Great Britain could not be threatened by sea. That being said, the battle solidified Nelson’s status throughout the country as a national hero due to his brave sacrifice and leadership. Overall, the British victory at Trafalgar put Britain's maritime power in a position of dominant status.