The statue of Admiral Nelson on the top of a Nelson’s Column in Trafalgar Square is now sporting a fancy new hat featuring a Union Jack and an Olympic torch.  Nelson would have likely approved. He was known as a rather flashy dresser. Some have suggested that had he not worn his admiral’s jacket with decorations at the Battle of Trafalgar, his day might have ended somewhat better.  Thanks to Alaric Bond for passing the story along.

Nelson’s Column gets a makeover: Admiral wears new hat