The Napoleonic Wars Podcast

Pirate historian Dr Jamie Goodall joins me to talk about her research on everything to do with the world of pirates during the Napoleonic age and beyond, including her brilliant book Pirates of the Chesapeake Bay. We talk about the Disneyfication of the piracy, why taverns weren't always scenes of debauchery, and bust a few myths about pirate democracy.Twitter: @L_Historienne | @zwhitehistorySupport: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicistTip: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marcus Cribb takes over hosting duties and host Zack moves into the guest hotseat along with Ed Coss, as they talk about the aims of a brand new charity dedicated to honouring the war dead from the period 1775-1815.To find out more about the NRWGC, follow the charity on twiter at:https://twitter.com/NRWGCharityFind us on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NRWGCharityJoin our mailing list by emailing: nrwgcharity@gmail.comBook to attend out free online launch at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/napoleonic-revolutionary-war-graves-charity-launch-tickets-170476152762 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Professors Beatrice de Graaf, Alex Mikaberidze and Charles Esdaile join me to discuss how integral politics was to the waging of war during this period, covering everything from diplomacy to how countries were run.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicistTips gratefully received: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicistYoutube: https://youtu.be/Xw1OjtrFBjQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the longest Napoleonicist episode to date, I am joined by Marcus Cribb and Professor Ed Coss to debate Wellington's life and legacy, offering some exacting criticisms, and difficult home truths along side reasoned analysis, and a lot of laughter. Enjoy this great final instalment of Wellington month folks.You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also greatly appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bob Burnham, the font of knowledge on all things Peninsular War, joins me to discuss some of the successes and failures amongst the men who commanded brigades in Wellington's army during the Peninsular War and Waterloo campaigns.Support: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicistTips gratefully received: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicistBookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Provan joins me to talk about Wellington's subordinates, their talents and their failings as we shift the limelight away from Wellington to some of those who are sometimes eclipsed by the Duke.Support: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicistTips gratefully received: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicistBookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Martin Howard joins me to discuss his book Wellington and the British Army's Indian Campaigns 1798-1805, looking at Wellington's actions, reactions, and the influences this may or may not have had on the commander that he became.Support: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicistTips gratefully received: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicistBookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kristine Hughes Patrone drops by to discuss the real women in Wellington's life - strap in for a rollercoaster ride through scandal, intrigue, and shocking revelations, as she uncovers a the murky world of Georgian society, whilst taking us through some of the most prominent women who featured in Wellington's life.Support: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicistTip: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicistBookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What was Wellington like as a commander? How did he climb the ladder to seniority so swiftly? Where did he learn his craft, and what was unique about his operation 'art'? Lecturer in Defence Studies, Dr Will Fletcher, joins me to unpick the the secrets to Wellington's success in this latest instalment of Wellington month.Support: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicistTip: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicistBookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Wellington month continues, Mark Thompson, Marcus Cribb, Beatrice de Graaf, and Josh Provan join me to argue for the Lines of Torres Vedras, Oporto, Toulouse and Assaye as Wellington's greatest victories. This one is a laughter filled and spirited epic (I blame the heat!) - enjoy!Tip: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicistSupport: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicistBookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.