Naval history
The greatest admiral? Not Nelson, but Admiral Yi!
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KreymerS
In the book "The Priest Wonho's Memories of Admiral Yi" the claim is made that Admiral Yi Sun-sin is the greatest admiral in World history. Nelson is in second place. Admiral Togo of Japan is mentioned as placing these two in the top positions, which seems indisputable.
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Romaster
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What about all the other admirals of the world?
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KreymerS
Replied to:  What about all the other admirals of the world?
That's the point.
Who else was undefeated?
Who else had to take on the strongest military force in Asia, and perhaps at that time in the world, with a group of fisherman and sailors?
Which other naval leader had to design his own whips and cannon?
And.....
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