The Napoleonic Wars Podcast
Bonus content at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/napoleonicwarspod00/subscribe?utm_source=email&utm_medium=braze&utm_campaign=subscriptions&utm_term= All the angles on all the people from the period 1775-1815, this podcast offers a rich array of interviews, narratives and opinion pieces on a vast range of topics. Ideal for specialists and newcomers to the period alike. You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Hosted by Napoleonic historians Dr Zack White, Dr Luke Reynolds, Liam Telfer and Josh Redden. Social media by Zoe Gould.
Wed, April 30, 2025
Marshal Ney - The Bravest of the Brave
Marshal Michel Ney, described by French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte as 'the bravest of the brave' is one of the most popular figures in Napoleonic history. But is he overrated as a military commander? What was he like as a person? And what was his impact on the history of the Napoleonic Wars? Rachael Stark returns to talk about the epic life of Marshal Ney, from his temperament and success, to his failures and tragic demise. Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/c/thenapoleonicwarspod https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Sun, April 27, 2025
Meet the Composer
The Napoleonic Wars Channel unveils its latest investment - incredible musical compositions written exclusively or the channel, as Lee Boyes, the master magician musician, talks through the process of creating music that evokes the turn of the 19th century.Support the show and attend more sessions like this at https://www.patreon.com/c/thenapoleonicwarspod?redirect=true Find out more about Lee's work and commission him yourself at https://auralabstudios.myportfolio.com/demo-reel
Wed, April 23, 2025
Marshal Murat: All Balls & No Brains?
Marshal Joachim Murat, was unquestionably the most flamboyant of French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte's marshals. A skilled cavalry commander, but impetuous and hot headed, he had a habit of charging with suicidal bravery at problems, and yet miraculously coming off unscathed. Was this well known, almost iconic figure, really that good a military commander? Why was his private life so tempestuous? And what was his impact on the history of the Napoleonic Wars? Rachael Stark joins us to talk about the life and legacy of the most colourful Marshal. Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/c/thenapoleonicwarspod https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Sun, April 20, 2025
Peninsular War Guerrilla Leaders
Silvia Gregorio-Sainz returns to the show to talk about some of the key figures of the Guerrilla struggle that was a key part of the Peninsular War. Folks discussed include Agustina of Aragon, Espoz y Mina, and the enigmatically named El Cappuccino... Zack and Liam also lower the tone by giving each other Guerrilla names... Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/c/thenapoleonicwarspod https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Thu, April 17, 2025
Napoleon's Stolen Army: A Peninsular War story
How did the British manage to help an entire Spanish army escape from Central Europe so that they could be shipped home to fight in the Peninsular War? John Marsden joins us to explore the story of 'Napoleon's stolen army', and how these Spanish troops and British intrigue managed to pull off one of the most audacious and little known operations of the Napoleonic Wars. Support the show at patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Buy John's book at: https://www.helion.co.uk/military-history-books/napoleons-stolen-army-how-the-royal-navy-rescued-a-spanish-army-in-the-baltic.php
Tue, April 15, 2025
Building the US government
What did the Founding Fathers really want the government to look like? Peter Kastor's new digital history project - "Creating a Federal Government" - looks beyond the elected politicians at the top to provide some answers to this and other questions . He joins Josh and Luke to talk all about it. Check out the project here .
Sun, April 13, 2025
Wellington Congress - A Hot Mic Special
Rory Butcher, Liam Telfer, William Fletcher, Beatrice de Graaf and Karen Robson join Luke, Zack and Josh for a series of Vox pops live from the Wellington Congress, organised by the University of Southampton's Special Collections Department. Special Collections (Wellington Papers): https://www.southampton.ac.uk/archives/index.page Rory Butcher: https://x.com/RMB_History William Fletcher: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/people/william-fletcher#:~:text=He%20is%20an%20elected%20Associate,Historical%20Research%2C%20University%20of%20London . Josh Provan's blog: https://adventuresinhistoryland.com/2014/03/17/the-duke-and-the-tsar-part-1/ Support the show at https://patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod
Sun, April 06, 2025
The British Officers
Professor Kevin Linch joins us again for our second part of episode covering all things British Officer. Professor Linch is a Professor of Modern History at the University of Leeds. He specialises in the history of Britain in the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, focusing on the history of Britain's armed forces and their relationship to wider political, social, and cultural trends. His is the author of the recently published Pen and Sword Books: The British Army, 1783–1815 - Hardback and Britain and Wellington's Army: Recruitment, Society and Tradition, 1807-15 | SpringerLink . Working with Dr Simon Quinn, he has also recently launched an online database of British Army Officers, available at georgianarmyofficers.org . Our deep dive into all things British Army Officer continues with a look at patronage, the things that divided officers from the ranks and file, their past times and their wives on campaign. Watch this space for even more exciting content with Kevin coming soon.
Tue, April 01, 2025
State of the Union - 5th Anniversary Special
Happy Birthday to the Napoleonic Wars Podcast! We see in the fifth year of the show with a special State of the Union episode, in which we get heated about the extent to which the British firebombing Copenhagen was justifiable, Zack and Luke go off on one about the 1857 India Mutiny (yeah, I know, Liam was exasperated too), and The Beau asks supposedly important questions about medals and cloak chains... We also feature a few of you lovely people talking about what the show means to you. https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Sun, March 30, 2025
1796: America's First Real Election
In the next instalment of the Birth of America series, Sara Georgini joins us to discuss one of America's most contested and most consequential elections. Check out her Sara's book here: https://global.oup.com/academic/product/household-gods-9780197647219
Wed, March 26, 2025
The Peninsular War - The 1808 saga omnibus
The Peninsular War is one of our most consistently demanded topics on this podcast. Following recent requests to make access the series easier, we're compiling the 1808 related interviews into one epic 8 hour saga of an omnibus episode. Time stamps below. Topics include: where the Peninsular War came from, if Napoleon should have gone to war or could have avoided it, what happened at the Battles of Bailen, Rolica, Vimeiro, and Corunna, the controversial convention of Cintra, and whether the Peninsular War really matter. Support out work at https://www.patreon.com/c/thenapoleonicwarspod Join our mailing list at https://23be0d79.sibforms.com/serve/MUIFAN6my1wFMTPQa6OOJRaiMuJiTTUCFyTw2ODkYM0rhwNEoOaW-r5IbPHLK3D1JtLiNHgxbeROjzf 1:40 - Origins of the Peninsular War 1:09:00 - The Battle and Campaign of Bailen 2:33:00 - The Battles and Campaign of Rolica and Vimeiro 4:13:30 - The Convention of Cintra 5:12:10 - The Corunna Campaign 6:30:45 - The Peninsular War - The Global Perspective
Sun, March 23, 2025
1808: Rebellion at the Cape
Nigel Worden joins us to discuss a huge yet unique slave rebellion that broke out in Napoleonic era South Africa... Read about Nigel's research here: https://humanities.uct.ac.za/department-historical-studies/people-emeritus-staff/emeritus-professor-nigel-worden Check out his book here: https://blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/product/The-Making-of-Modern-South-Africa-by-Nigel-Worden/9780470656334
Thu, March 20, 2025
Defending Quatre Bras - The fight for Gemioncourt
The farm of Gemioncourt of the Quatre Bras battlefield is under threat. In this special bulletin, Zack White unveils a new initiative 'Heritage 1815', which is fighting to safeguard the site, stop any prospect of bulldozers going near it, and look to find a way that Gemioncourt can become a place of learning for people to better understand the Battle of Quatre Bras, its significance in the Waterloo campaign, and wider European history. Join the Heritage 1815 mailing list at www.heritage1815.com Follow us on social media at: https://x.com/heritage1815 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574553321147 https://bsky.app/profile/heritage1815.bsky.social
Sun, March 16, 2025
Britain's Worst Defeat? Bergen op Zoom
Did Britain suffer its worst defeat of the Napoleonic Wars at Bergen Op Zoom in 1814? If so, why? And how could this happen when the British Army was supposedly at the height of its powers in 1814? Andrew Bamford joins us for the concluding episode of his two part series looking at the British campaign in the Low Countries in 1813 and 1814. We discuss the bombardment of Antwerp, why it was doomed to failure in the first place, and what the British did next, leading to the attack on Bergen op Zoom. If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to leave a review More on Andrew's work can be found at the following links; Pen and Sword Books: Titles by Andrew Bamford Sickness, Suffering, and the Sword - University of Oklahoma Press For all your Napoleonic Wars Podcast merchandise, please go to Discover Our Exclusive Range at Napoleonic Wars Podcast The Prime & Load Podcast can be found in Spotify at the link below; https://open.spotify.com/show/6kyiCE4daaUcMpr0Qjha2u?si=4cf738d2c07b4c20 #BritishArmy #British #Napoleon #War #NapoleonicWars #Podcast #French #Dutch #Guards #History #militaryhistory #defeat #Frencharmy #army #Netherlands #localhistory
Sun, March 16, 2025
Big or Small? Creating the Federal Government
What did the Founding Fathers really want the government to look like? Peter Kastor's new digital history project - "Creating a Federal Government" - looks beyond the elected politicians at the top to provide some answers to this and other questions . He joins Josh and Luke to talk all about it. Check out the project here .
Wed, March 12, 2025
The Battle for Amelia Island
David Head returns to discuss a group of American rogues and their huge designs for a spinoff of the Spanish American Wars of Independence... in Florida. Read about David Head's research here: https://www.davidheadhistory.com/about
Sun, March 09, 2025
Washington's Presidency
Peter Kastor returns to talk about Washington's domestic administration, foreign policy and his legacy. Creating a Federal Government project:https://creatingafederalgovernment.wustl.edu/ Peter Kastor's profile: https://history.wustl.edu/people/peter-kastor
Sun, March 02, 2025
Fédon's Rebellion
In 1795, the biggest slave rebellion in British history erupted on the island of Grenada. Led by Julien Fédon, it threatened to turn the Caribbean upside down... Read about Kit Candlin's research here: https://www.newcastle.edu.au/profile/kit-candlin
Wed, February 26, 2025
Lady Liberty at War: Women Soldiers of the Grande Armée
David Hopkin of Oxford University joins us to discuss the women - real and symbolic - who fought in the Grande Armée in the Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars. Who were they? How many of them were there? And how did pull it off? Check out the Folklore Society here: https://folklore-society.com/ Read about David's research here: https://www.history.ox.ac.uk/people/david-hopkin
Sun, February 23, 2025
Black Redcoats at War
Matthew Taylor joins us for the second part of a long-anticipated and fascinating interview on the subject of his first book: The Corps of Colonial Marines, aka 'The Black Redcoats'. Matt's book: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Black-Redcoats-Hardback/p/49346 Check out our socials, join our mailing list or browse our shop at: https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Wed, February 19, 2025
Pirates of the Americas
Pirates, privateers, smugglers - whatever you call them they are fascinating! David Head joins us to talk about the early United States, the Spanish American Wars of Independence and a group of maritime brigands who took matters into their own hands... Read about David Head's research here: https://www.davidheadhistory.com/
Sun, February 16, 2025
Redcoat Officers
Kevin Linch joins us for the fourth part of a long-anticipated and fascinating series on all things British Army. Check out Kevin's book, the inspiration for this series here: Pen and Sword Books: The British Army, 1783–1815 - Hardback Kevin's other work includes: Britain and Wellington's Army: Recruitment, Society and Tradition, 1807-15 | SpringerLink Check out our socials, join our mailing list or browse our shop at: https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Wed, February 12, 2025
Washington's Government
In the second instalment of the Birth of America series we welcome Peter Kastor to discuss the presidency of the most famous Founding Father... Creating a Federal Government project: https://creatingafederalgovernment.wustl.edu/ Peter Kastor's profile: https://history.wustl.edu/people/peter-kastor
Sun, February 09, 2025
Catholics of the British Army
Religious discrimination is a problem as old as religion itself. For those living in Britain in the early 19th Century a long shadow of religious turmoil lay thick over society. Memories of papist plots, civil wars and the religious roller coaster of succesive Tudor monarchies may have been more than a century in the past but they had dominated the conversaion leading to stigmatisation and the exculsion of Catholicism on a government sanctioned scale. But what, if anything did this mean for the British Army? Catriona Kennedy returns to the podcast the soulsearching, the challenges and the barriers facing Irish Catholics in the British Army.
Sat, February 08, 2025
Political Friendship - A BSECS Special
Brendan Tam joins us to talk about friendship in politics, why party political alliances are much murkier than we tend to think, and how patronage could become an instrument of blackmail in the 18th century. Support our work at https://www.patreon.com/c/thenapoleonicwarspod
Thu, February 06, 2025
Hanging Soldiers - BSECS Report
Andrew Dorman and Zack have a 'ding dong' about whether civilian courts were more or less lenient than military ones, and why the Irish Military Establishment really wasn't as rubbish as people claim. We also discuss wardrobe malfunctions and Zack whines about the cold for the umpteen-thousandth time. Support our work at https://www.patreon.com/c/thenapoleonicwarspod
Wed, February 05, 2025
Kiss Me Hardy
Seth Le Jacq joins us to discuss his research in how the Royal Navy prosecuted homosexuality during the 18th century, in an interview that set fire to the question list and was run entirely off the cuff, in possibly the most lively and wide-ranging episode we've ever done. Find out more about Seth's work: https://www.sethlejacq.com Support us at https://www.patreon.com/c/thenapoleonicwarspod
Mon, February 03, 2025
Sexual Deviancy, women and mourning - A BSECS Special
Dr Clementine Garcenot, Severine Angers and Ella Harford take time out of the British Society for Eighteenth Century Studies Conference to talk about their research into women in the French Revolution, mourning in the Napoleonic Wars, and women's sexual deviancy in the 18th century.
Sun, February 02, 2025
Hessians - Scapegoats of the American Revolution?
Why do the Hessians get all the blame for pretty much every war crime committed during the American War of Independence? Professor Friedericke Baer joins us to talk about her book on the Hessians, who they were, where they came from, and why the often-repeated claims about them simply don't stack up with the reality. Buy Friedericke's book at: https://global.oup.com/academic/product/hessians-9780190249632?cc=gb&lang=en& Support our work at https://www.patreon.com/c/thenapoleonicwarspod
Sat, February 01, 2025
Maternity in the 18th Century - A BSECS Special
Amy Wilson joins us for a vox-pop on her work looking at women and maternity in the 18th Century, with a particular focus on why Queen Charlotte was never painted as being pregnant, despite spending a total of 16 years of her life pregnant. Find out more about Amy's work at https://amywilsonstorey.com
Fri, January 31, 2025
The Georgian Group - A BSECS Special Report
Thomas Whitfield from the Georgian Group explains about the organisation's important work, how they negotiate with property owners to protect the heritage of crucial Georgian buildings, and the range of events that are open to its members. Support the Georgian Group and find out more at https://georgiangroup.org.uk
Wed, January 29, 2025
Redcoats in Madrid
1812 was a transformative year in the Napoleonic Wars. Whilst Napoleon lauched his disastrous invasion of Russia, at the other end of the European continent his 'Spanish Ulcer' which was the Peninsular War began to bleed. As the Allies won key victories at Ciudad Rodrigo in January, Badajoz in April and Salamanca in July it opened up an opportunity that had not even been a dream for three years, the liberation of Madrid. Maintaining that liberation would be more challenging than it first appeared. Allied troops marched into Madrid, stayed an Autumn and then left, how were they treated by the locals? Gavin Daly returns to the podcast to discuss all this and more. Gavin Daly's works; The British Soldier in the Peninsular War: Encounters with Spain and Portugal, 1808-1814 | SpringerLink Storm and Sack
Tue, January 28, 2025
Gout, sex and manliness - a BSECS Special report
Professor Noelle Gallagher joins us for a Vox-pop from the British Society for Eighteenth Century Studies Conference. Noelle schools Zack on why gout is NOT an 18th Century disease, how society viewed gout, and why it could impact on whether man was considered as 'manly'.
Sun, January 26, 2025
Birth of the USA: Confederation America
Dr Tom Cutterham joins us for the first episode of the Birth of America series, which will address US history from independence in 1783 up to 1825. Today, we discuss the Confederation period, in which America had 99 problems but a President wasn't one... Read about Tom's research here: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/staff/profiles/history/cutterham-tom Follow the podcast, join our mailing list, and browse our shop at: https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Wed, January 22, 2025
Britain's Forgotten Campaign: Graham and the Netherlands
In 1813 and 1814, the British army was enjoying an unremitting period of success, or was it? Why were the British so interested in going back to the Netherlands after the disasterous expeditions of recent memory? Andrew Bamford returns to the show to talk about the British expedition to the Low Countries in 1813 and 14. We discussed the misconceptions, the characters at the heart of the story and all the action in a double bill on the campaign that is so often pushed the sidelines in favour of the more glamorous events of Wellington success in the Peninsular. This is Britain’s forgotten campaign: Graeme and the Netherlands. Andrew Bamford's, published works can be found at the following links; Pen and Sword Books: Titles by Andrew Bamford Search Results | Helion & Company Sickness, Suffering, and the Sword - University of Oklahoma Press
Sun, January 19, 2025
Broadway is Burning
Ben Carp joins us to talk about the fire that gutted New York during the American Revolution, how the popular history of that fire is all wrong, and why Washington wasn't quite as innocent as everyone likes to think. Buy Ben's book: https://yalebooks.yale.edu/book/9780300276688/the-great-new-york-fire-of-1776/ Join our mailing list at https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Thu, January 16, 2025
The Burial of Sir John Moore
On the anniversary of the Battle of Corunna, this episode recites the famous poem by Charles Wolfe depicting the burial of Sir John Moore, and reflect on whether these soldiers deserve better than to be curiosities in museums.
Sun, January 12, 2025
Light Infantry of the 18th Century
Forget Sharpe, the Light Infantry of the 18th Century are far more interesting precisely because they weren't SAS adonises led by a mullet-wearing Yorkshireman. Andrew Dorman, Alex Burns and Robbie MacNiven return in the latest instalment of our 18th Century way of war series, to talk about Light Infantry. Alex's book: https://www.helion.co.uk/military-history-books/infantry-in-battle-1733-1783-.php Our socials and shop: https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Wed, January 08, 2025
Making the Musket
Peter Smithurst joins us to talk about how the musket developed, the complexities of making large quantities of them in the 18th and 19th century, and why the French Charleville was the best of the bunch! Buy Peter's book: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/The-Evolution-of-Gun-Making-Hardback/p/50908 Join our mailing list at https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Sun, January 05, 2025
Napoleonic Democracy: Myth and Reality
Was Napoleon a democrat? Malcolm Crook returns to talk about whether 'Napoleonic democracy' is an oxymoron, what the deal was with those dodgy plebiscites, and why he's been converted towards Bonaparte in some respects when it comes to electoral systems in France during the period. Our socials, patreon and mailing list: https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Wed, January 01, 2025
The Corunna Campaign - Peninsular War Saga 7
Josh Provan and Zack return to talk about Napoleon's personal descent into Spain, why British commander Sir John Moore might be overhyped, and the impact of the disastrous Corunna Campaign. Review this show on Apple Podcasts! Please, and thank you! Josh's books: https://www.helion.co.uk/people/joshua-provan.php Our social media and merch: https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Tue, December 31, 2024
500,000
56 months. 270 episodes. 300 hours of content. Milestone achieved.
Mon, December 30, 2024
In Conversation with Beatrice de Graaf
The inimitable Professor Beatrice de Graaf returns for a deep and complex discussion about diplomatic history, the history of empire, and its controversies. We also discuss cheese in Stasi archives, and why washing machines get in the way of dinner parties. Beatrice's book: https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/fighting-terror-after-napoleon/D1167BDE10A23C749B0490D6D9A7B6C7 Our socials, newsletters, and shop: https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Sat, December 28, 2024
Black Redcoats
Matthew Taylor joins us for the first part of a long-anticipated and fascinating interview on the subject of his first book: The Corps of Colonial Marines, aka 'The Black Redcoats'. Matt's book: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Black-Redcoats-Hardback/p/49346 Check out our socials, join our mailing list or browse our shop at: https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Thu, December 26, 2024
Horatio Nelson - Part 2
Kate Jamieson returns as we continue our mini-series on the life of Horatio Nelson. In this instalment we talk about losing eyes in Calvi, meeting Emma Hamilton for the first time, and Nelson getting lairy at the Battle of Cape St Vincent and deciding to do his own thing. Join our mailing list, and browse our shop at: https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Tue, December 24, 2024
In Conversation with Alex Mikaberidze
The Don of the Napoleonic historical community joins us for the first of our festive 'In Conversation' episodes, as we discuss why the global perspective is so integral to our understanding of what was going on during the Napoleonic Wars. Alex's book: https://global.oup.com/academic/product/the-napoleonic-wars-9780199951062?cc=gb&lang=en& Our social media, shop and mailing list: https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Mon, December 23, 2024
The Battle of Bailen - The Spanish Dream (Peninsular War Saga No. 5)
Josh Provan returns as we reprise our deep-dive discussions of the Peninsular War. The British are a banned topic of conversation in this one (although we do end up accidentally mentioning them several times along the way as we explore the Battle of Bailen - one of the most important battles of the early phase of the Peninsular War, which doesn't get nearly enough attention. Buy Josh's books at https://www.helion.co.uk/search-results.php Join our mailing list, follow our social media accounts, and browse our shop at https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Sun, December 22, 2024
The Peninsular War - The Global Perspective
Beatrice de Graaf and Alex Mikaberidze return to this show, to discuss the implications and impact of the Peninsular War on the wider situation across Europe with a particular focus on 1808-10, considering whether the conflict was a sideshow, the extent to which Napoleon blundered, and why there are surprising echoes with modern times. Review this show on Apple Podcasts! Please, and thank you! Our social media and merch: https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Sat, December 21, 2024
Napoleonic Christmas Food Special!
In the next of our festival instalments, we dive back into food history but this time with a seasonal twist. Rebecca Earle returns to guide us on matters culinary and Christmassy, stupefies us with potato trivia and shares a Christmas drink recipe you can make for yourself! Check out Rebecca's research at https://rebeccaearle.co.uk/news/ Support our work at https://www.patreon.com/c/thenapoleonicwarspod Check out our merch at https://napoleonic-wars-podcast.printify.me/products Sign up to our mailing list at https://23be0d79.sibforms.com/serve/MUIFAN6my1wFMTPQa6OOJRaiMuJiTTUCFyTw2ODkYM0rhwNEoOaW-rDySw9w-r5IbPHLKs3D1JtLiNHgxbeROjzRfaHdmq0tb5BtfFhe47sEnnnIMHoKOZq_0gEbNrRycV2xzEbYtL7Rj62WsvoYsV55ITL8xVLjApLt3zHl9ZrlcNDsDdeayLhTKwot84BF9Ze-9SI29L6zHRaE
Tue, December 17, 2024
Christmas Before Dickens
How did people celebrate the festive season in the early nineteenth century? Have we really lost the true meaning of Christmas? And would Sharpe recognise an Argos catalogue? All this (and so much more) is answered by our very own expert in the history of Christmas: Generalistimo Luke Reynolds. Follow the podcast, join our mailing list, and browse our shop at: https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Sun, December 15, 2024
The Mercenaries' Tale: The 18th Century Way of War
What motivated people to serve in the 18th century? Why was the term mercenary less loaded during that period? And what's with all the lace? Andrew Dorman and Alex Burns return in another instalment in our series on the 18th century way of war. Our socials, patreon and mailing list: https://linktr.ee/napwarspod Alex's next book: https://www.helion.co.uk/military-history-books/infantry-in-battle-1733-1783-.php
Fri, December 13, 2024
Reforming the British Army
Kevin Linch returns in the latest instalment of our series on the British army, as we focus on the question of reform. We look at how much changed, who was responsible, the successes and failures of that process, and the role of factional rivalries in holding up the march of progress. Kevin's book: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/The-British-Army-17831815-Hardback/p/24416 Georgian Army Officers database: https://www.georgianarmyofficers.org Our socials, mailing and shop: https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Wed, December 11, 2024
Redcoats in the Caribbean
David Lambert joins us in the first instalment of a series looking at life in Caribbean during the Napoleonic era. In this episode we discuss why the British chose to wage war in the Caribbean, the challenges they faced, and why the region mattered so much in the context of the period. David's book: https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/soldiers-of-uncertain-rank/4E5D4B9A87063FE7E12A8A1863B3BE71 Follow the podcast, join our mailing list, and browse our shop at: https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Sun, December 08, 2024
Double-Dipping Deserters: POWs in the American Revolution
Trenton Cole Jones returns as we once again cross the Atlantic to put the American Revolution under the spotlight. Only today we actually get to talking about POWs, addressing who they were, what their stories were and why they matter. Find out more about Trenton's work at https://www.cla.purdue.edu/directory/profiles/t.-cole-jones.html Check out our new merch at https://napoleonic-wars-podcast.printify.me/products Support out work at https://www.patreon.com/c/thenapoleonicwarspod Sign up to our mailing list at https://23be0d79.sibforms.com/serve/MUIFAN6my1wFMTPQa6OOJRaiMuJiTTUCFyTw2ODkYM0rhwNEoOaW-rDySw9w-r5IbPHLKs3D1JtLiNHgxbeROjzRfaHdmq0tb5BtfFhe47sEnnnIMHoKOZq_0gEbNrRycV2xzEbYtL7Rj62WsvoYsV55ITL8xVLjApLt3zHl9ZrlcNDsDdeayLhTKwot84BF9Ze-9SI29L6zHRaE
Fri, December 06, 2024
US Female Diplomats of the American Revolution
Miriam Leibman joins us to explain why women weren't just sitting at home knitting when there was diplomatic work to be done on behalf of the fledgling USA. Socials, mailing list and more content at https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Wed, December 04, 2024
Women who deserved better
Who says men get all the fun? This is a genuinely important episode in which the patriarchy gets an absolute kicking, as an all star cast of female historians (Kate Jamieson, Beatrice de Graaf, Jacqueline Reiter and Rachael Stark), make the case for an all star cast of female figures in Napoleonic history (championing Emma Hamilton, Dorothea von Lieven Mary Wollstonecraft and Empress Josephine respectively). This one starts as a 'greatest woman of the Napoleonic era' debate, and descends into impassioned rants about misogyny, double standards and smear campaigns. Small wonder that Rachael came up with a far superior title for the episode to the one that Zack gave it at the time of recording. Our socials, patreon and mailing list: https://linktr.ee/napwarspod Jacqui's Book: https://www.helion.co.uk/military-history-books/quicksilver-captain-the-improbable-life-of-sir-home-riggs-popham.php Beatrice's Book: https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/fighting-terror-after-napoleon/D1167BDE10A23C749B0490D6D9A7B6C7
Sun, December 01, 2024
Votes for Everyone? Democracy in Revolutionary France
Malcolm Crook joins Zack and Josh to talk about the troubled birth of democracy in France, and why democracy is something that doesn't really exist in this period. Our socials, patreon and mailing list: https://linktr.ee/napwarspod
Wed, November 27, 2024
Food Glorious Food of the Napoleonic Era
How did the people of the Napoleonic period feed themselves? How did the captains of the Napoleonic period feed their sailors? And how were the enslaved people of the Napoleonic period, themselves satisfying Europe's sweet-tooth, kept alive by what they ate? All this and more is the topic of the day as food history superstar Rebecca Earle joins Zack and Josh on today's culinary adventure back in time... You can check out Rebecca's work here, including her brilliant book about the history of the potato: https://rebeccaearle.co.uk/ Check out our new merch at https://napoleonic-wars-podcast.printify.me/products Support out work at https://www.patreon.com/c/thenapoleonicwarspod Sign up to our mailing list at https://23be0d79.sibforms.com/serve/MUIFAN6my1wFMTPQa6OOJRaiMuJiTTUCFyTw2ODkYM0rhwNEoOaW-rDySw9w-r5IbPHLKs3D1JtLiNHgxbeROjzRfaHdmq0tb5BtfFhe47sEnnnIMHoKOZq_0gEbNrRycV2xzEbYtL7Rj62WsvoYsV55ITL8xVLjApLt3zHl9ZrlcNDsDdeayLhTKwot84BF9Ze-9SI29L6zHRaE
Sun, November 24, 2024
The British Army - The Politics of War
In the second instalment of the series, Kevin Linch returns to talk about the politics behind how the British Army operated, the role of the king, and turmoil of the regency, and the implications of Britain's global mindset on how the army went about its business. Georgian Army officers database: https://www.georgianarmyofficers.org Buy Kevin's book: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/The-British-Army-17831815-Hardback/p/24416
Wed, November 20, 2024
Forgotten Voices of the Home Front: Patriotic Women in Napoleonic Britain
Emma MacLeod returns for the second instalment of the double bill on women and patriotism in Britain during the Napoleonic Wars. We talk about the shifts in mood over Britain's involvement in the war, how women were an equally energetic discussant of politics, and the implications of all of this on a wider scale. Read about Emma's research and find information on how to buy her books here: https://www.stir.ac.uk/people/255910#panel_1_3 Browse our new lines of merchandise at: https://napoleonic-wars-podcast.printify.me/products Support out work at https://www.patreon.com/c/thenapoleonicwarspod
Sun, November 17, 2024
Captives of Liberty
What happens when you have prisoners of war, yet neither side is willing to acknowledge the legitimacy of the others' combatants? This was precisely the problem at play during the American War of Independence/Revolution. Award winning historian Trenton Cole Jones joins Zack and the Beau to explore this knotty problem, whilst Zack speculates that this conflict was the American Civil War 0.5, English Civil War 2.0 and British Civil War (no, we have no idea either!). Find out more about Trenton's work at: https://www.cla.purdue.edu/directory/profiles/t.-cole-jones.html Check out our new merch at https://napoleonic-wars-podcast.printify.me/products Support out work at https://www.patreon.com/c/thenapoleonicwarspod
Fri, November 15, 2024
Napoleon's Greatest Marshals - Round 5 - Oudinot x Poniatowski x Grouchy x Marmont
Who was Napoleon's greatest marshal? The final heat of the series examining Napoleon's best and brightest commanders features a series of underdogs, as pitches are heard for Oudinot, Poniatowski, Grouchy and Marmont. Who will triumph, and claim the final semi-final places? Support our work at https://www.patreon.com/c/thenapoleonicwarspod Check out our merch at https://napoleonic-wars-podcast.printify.me/products
Wed, November 13, 2024
Fit to Command? The Officers of King George’s army
Steve Brown joins us to discuss what it took to command within the British Army during the Napoleonic Wars. We explore a wide range of issues including their social structure, advancement and the pressures due to atritional losses. Steve Brown - Biography | Helion & Company | Military History Books
Wed, November 06, 2024
The 18th Century Way of War
In the first instalment of a new series on the show, we explore the nature of warfare in the 18th century, as we endeavour to understand the origins and impacts of key themes, ideas and trends that straddle the 1750-1820 period. Guests Andrew Dorman, Alex Burns and Robbie MacNiven help us probe into the myths of conflict during the period. Buy Alex's book: https://www.helion.co.uk/people/alexander-s-burns.php?sid=a3102760a9f413f6c3bfded3ceefb79b Check out our new merch: https://napoleonic-wars-podcast.printify.me/products Support out work: https://www.patreon.com/c/thenapoleonicwarspod
Sun, November 03, 2024
Music in the Napoleonic Wars with Christopher Kimbell
Amidst the upheavals of the Napoleonic era, European music was undergoing a profound transformation of its own. Today, Christopher Kimbell talks us through key developments in Western art music during the age of Napoleon. And Zack exposes himself as a Swiftie. Christopher Kimbell's brand new book can be found here!: https://www.routledge.com/Tradition-Community-and-Nationhood-in-Richard-Wagners-Die-Meistersinger-von-Nurnberg/Kimbell/p/book/9781032390321?srsltid=AfmBOopVbKYeQw4xXzSuguMeruQ_oNdC4K3l_ZuP8K9mwezMDx_7F75s
Fri, November 01, 2024
Marching and Merching the Napoleonic Wars (Pod)
The Podcast’s Quartermaster Liam Telfer joins Zack to unveil a new line of apparel that will put your lace-clad friends to shame. We talk about why we’ve chosen to embark on this sartorial adventure, the joys of modelling merch in a balmy Waterloo dawn, and Zack goes off on a bizarre anecdote about battlefield dogs (don't ask - we edited most of it out!). Buy our merchandise at: https://napoleonic-wars-podcast.printify.me/products Contact the show at napwarspod@gmail.com
Wed, October 30, 2024
The British Army of the Napoleonic Wars, with Kevin Linch
How was the British Army of the Napoleonic Wars formulated? In the first instalment of a many part series we sit down with Dr Kevin Linch, a leading expert in the British Army during the Napoleonic Wars. We talk about how the army is formulated at a constitutional and political level, and the impact this had for how the army operated. Buy Kevin's book The British Army, 1783-1815 at https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/The-British-Army-17831815-Hardback/p/24416 Access the British Officers database at: https://www.georgianarmyofficers.org Support out work at https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod
Sun, October 27, 2024
Horatio Nelson: The Origin Story
Who was the sickly boy who would go on to become the darling of British naval history? Kate Jamieson returns to talk about the early years of the career of Horatio Nelson, exploring the patronage, the ability, and the hugely contentious question of whether he was a supporter of slavery. Exciting new merch available at https://napoleonic-wars-podcast.printify.me/products Support out work at https://www.patreon.com/c/thenapoleonicwarspod
Fri, October 25, 2024
Britain, Patriotism and Women in the Napoleonic Wars
What did patriotism look like in a country that was still trying to define what it stood for? And how could you express devotion to your country, when you weren't allowed to express a political opinion? Dr Emma Macleod joins us to talk about how women could engage with patriotism in the first instalment of a wide ranging double-bill. Read about Emma's research and find information on how to buy her books here: https://www.stir.ac.uk/people/255910#panel_1_3 Browse our new lines of merchandise at: https://napoleonic-wars-podcast.printify.me/products Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/c/thenapoleonicwarspod
Mon, October 21, 2024
Four rounds a minute - Myth or Reality?
Was it possible to fire four rounds a minute with a musket, like it was claimed in Sharpe? We put the myth to test with re-enactor Liam Telfer. Support out work at https://www.patreon.com/c/thenapoleonicwarspod
Sun, October 20, 2024
Black Pilots of the Americas
Andrew Lyter joins us to explore the careers of black pilots serving with HMS Poictiers during the War of 1812 and how they leveraged their vital knowledge to carve out identities as free maritime professionals. Sailors, Ships and Sea Fights | From Reason to Revolution 1721-1815 | Helion & Company
Fri, October 18, 2024
Antwerp: The thorn in Britain's side
Why was Antwerp so significant during the Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars? Paul Leyland joins us to talk about how and why Antwerp became so strategically important to all sides, it's affect on naval policy and it's legacy. Support our work at The Napoleonic Wars Podcast | creating a Napoleonic era Podcast, Youtube show & fan community | Patreon
Wed, October 16, 2024
Napoleonic Paintings with David O'Brien
David O'Brien makes his debut on the show, painting a picture of the fine arts in the Napoleonic period. We discuss the politics of portraits, the representation of ordinary people, and the ways in which Napoleon himself was portrayed during and after his life. David O'Brien's books can be found at: https://frit.illinois.edu/directory/profile/obrien1
Wed, October 09, 2024
Japan in the Napoleonic Wars
What as going on in Japan during the Napoleonic era? Thomas Gidney joins us to talk about why Japan had closed its borders to European influence, and how Napoleon may have inadvertently helped. Support our work at https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod
Mon, October 07, 2024
The Royal Navy
Callum Easton provides the final instalment of our War and Peace coverage, talking about the demographics of the Royal Navy. Support our work: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod
Sat, October 05, 2024
Trauma and loss amongst British soldiers
Severine Angers is Vox-popped in the penultimate instalment of our War and Peace Conference series, as she discusses her work looking at how soldiers talked about trauma and loss in letters home to their families. Support out work at https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod
Fri, October 04, 2024
Casualties of War
Andrew Bamford talks to us at the War and Peace Conference about his latest research into the casualty returns from the British Army during the Peninsular War. Support our work at https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod
Thu, October 03, 2024
Waterloo - The Attack of D'Erlon's I Corps Re-Up, with Graeme Callister
Re-Up: To celebrate to publication of Graeme Callister's new book on the attack of I Corps, we're making the original three part odyssey available for listeners in one nice, neat, 3 hour special. Sink your teeth into it if you want to revisit this remarkable interview (the longest single interview we've ever done on the show). Most importantly, go and buy Graeme's book: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Waterloo-The-Attack-of-I-Corps-Hardback/p/51172
Wed, October 02, 2024
Where are the women in Napoleonic history
Jacqueline Reiter talked to Luke ahead of her keynote speech at the War and Peace in the Age of Napoleon Conference, where she discussed why the women seem to have been written out of the narrative of the Napoleonic Wars. Support out work at https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod
Tue, October 01, 2024
Theatre in Occupied France
Sophie Horrocks talks to Luke from the War and Peace Conference, as they talk about her research into theatre during the allied occupation of France at the end of the Napoleonic Wars. Support out work at: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod
Mon, September 30, 2024
Women at War in the Flanders Campaign
Robin Thomas is the latest to be Vox popped from the War and Peace Conference, as he discusses his research into women who were embroiled in the British campaign in Flanders in the 1790s. Support out work at https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod
Sun, September 29, 2024
In Conversation: Waterloo with Graeme Callister
To mark publication day for Graeme Callister's new book on the attack of D'Erlon's I Corps (which Zack has described as a 'genuinely important study'), Graeme sat down with Zack and Liam to discuss the battle more generally, misconceptions, counterfactuals and much more besides. Buy Graeme's book: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Waterloo-The-Attack-of-I-Corps-Hardback/p/51172 Support our work at: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod
Sat, September 28, 2024
The Fencibles!
Rory Butcher is in the spotlight in the latest from our War and Peace Conference reports, discussing his research into the Fencibles in Britain during the Napoleonic Wars, and why they are so important. Support our work at https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod
Fri, September 27, 2024
18th Century Armies matter
Andrew Dorman holds court in the next of our mini-series from the War and Peace Conference, as he discusses his research into the 18th Century Irish Military Establishment. Support out work at: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod
Thu, September 26, 2024
Josephine's Fraud
Katherine Bayford paused during the War and Peace in the Age of Napoleon Conference to talk about how Josephine and her lover managed to defraud an entire army. Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod
Wed, September 25, 2024
Tipu Sultan: The Tiger of Mysore
Josh Provan returns to the show to discuss this semi-legendary figure from Indian history, his life, impact on politics on the sub-continent, and why the British were obsessed with placing him on a pedestal after defeating him. Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Buy Josh's book on The Mahratta & Jat campaigns at https://www.helion.co.uk/military-history-books/bullocks-grain-and-good-madeira-the-maratha-and-jat-campaigns-1803-1806-and-the-emergence-of-an-indian-army.php
Wed, September 11, 2024
Duchy of Warsaw Army - Part 2
Dawid Gralik returns to continue our exploration of the Duchy of Warsaw's army, looking at their service record, what happens to these men post-war, and yes, Zack manages to squeeze in some crime and punishment questions. Twitter: @dawgra93 | @zwhitehistory
Sun, September 08, 2024
Peninsular War: Cintra
The popular Peninsular War series returns with an instalment dedicated to the deeply controversial convention of Cintra. Josh Provan joins me to chat about why this was ridiculed at home in the UK and abroad, why it was also necessary 48 hours after Wellesley's victory at Vimeiro, and how the inquiry into its signing unfolded.
Fri, September 06, 2024
Wellington's Spies with Bob Burnham
007 meets Napoleonic reality as Bob Burnham returns to talk about his new book on Wellington's Spymasters. We discuss why paper was the top of the range gadget being issued to these daring agents, and how these men proved integral in the allies winning the Peninsular War. Buy Bob's book at https://kentrotman.co.uk/newbooks/napoleonic-archive-15-wellingtons-spy-masters-the-reports-of-colonel-john-grant-and-captain-lewis-ruman-2/
Wed, September 04, 2024
Catherine the Great - Part 2
The second instalment of the epic run down of Catherine's life looks at the coup, and Catherine as monarch. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @AMikaberidze
Thu, August 29, 2024
The Guerrilla War (Peninsular War saga 4)
Charles Esdaile joins me to talk about the Guerilla (or little war). We discuss why the conflict is misunderstood, why not everyone guerilla was a patriot, and why Augustina of Aragon as much myth as reality. Twitter: @CharlesEsdaile | @zwhitehistory Buy the books: https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?i=stripbooks&rh=p_27%3ACharles+Esdaile&s=relevancerank&text=Charles+Esdaile&ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1
Tue, August 27, 2024
Simon Bolivar
Josh Provan returns to talk about the life of Simon Bolivar, a remarkable individual, widely regarded as the father of a number of South American nations, who had a career that resembled a yo-yo - for reasons we explore.
Sun, August 25, 2024
Battle of the Marshals 4: Bernadotte, Murat, Suchet, Victor
In the fourth heat of this epic contest of the Marshals, Bernadotte, Murat, Suchet and Victor all go into a bar, but not all of them come out alive... Alex Mikaberidze champions 'the winner of the Napoleonic Game of Thrones' Bernadotte, John Viscardo makes the case for 'all balls and no brains' Murat, Antoni Gumbau valiantly defends Suchet and Chris Kimbell makes the case for Victor. Vote for your winner below.
Fri, August 23, 2024
State of the Union: The Vendee
The Four Horsemen of the Podcalypse ride for the first time, as we unveil the new team of Luke Reynolds, Liam Telfer and Josh Redden who will be desperately seeking to keep that reprobate Zack in check. We explain the new perks, the rationale behind it, and ask the important questions that tax the minds of Napoleonic experts like 'What supercars would figures from Napoleonic history have driven?' (The quality of the show will improve eventually, we promise!) Join the Napoleonic Community at https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod
Wed, August 21, 2024
Peninsular War Saga 2: The Battles of Rolica & Vimeiro
To mark the publication of 'So Just and Glorious a Cause', on the anniversary of the Battles of Rolica and Vimeiro, author Rob Griffith joins me to talk about some of the most famous events of the early phase of the Peninsular War, and the individuals responsible, and the way in which these British victories reverberated across Europe. To enjoy 15% off 'So Just and Glorious a Cause', enter code NWP14 in the checkout when you buy the book at helion.co.uk Join the community at https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod
Thu, August 15, 2024
Catherine the Great - Part 1
Alex Mikaberidze returns for another instalment of the series exploring the role of Russia in the Napoleonic era. In this episode we begin a multi-episode break down of the life of Catherine the Great, a much maligned, but also hugely influential figure in Russian history. We discuss why Nicholas Holt's depiction of Tsar Peter III might not be entirely accurate, and what Catherine's early life was like. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @AMikaberidze
Tue, August 13, 2024
Duchy of Warsaw Army - Part 1
In the first of two instalments, Dawid Gralik joins me to talk about the complex history of Poland, how it influenced the politics of the Napoleonic Wars, and the make up of the Duchy of Warsaw Army. Twitter: @dawgra93 | @zwhitehistory
Sun, August 11, 2024
Battle of the Marshals 3 - Massena, Lannes, MacDonald
Who was the best out of Massena, Cannes and MacDonald? The Battle of the Marshals returns, with Charles McKay making the case for Massena, Graeme Callister championing Lannes and Clemens Bemman arguing for MacDonald. Expert analysis (sort of) is provided by Josh Provan and Sam Jolley. Have your say on twitter (search for @zwhitehistory and @NapWarsPod), and you can vote below.
Thu, August 08, 2024
Battle of the Berezina
Alexander Mikaberidze kicks off the first instalment of a new series on Russia during the Napoleonic era by talking about one of the most significant battles of the entire war: The Battle of the Berezina Twitter: @AMikaberidze | @zwhitehistory Buy the book: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/The-Battle-of-the-Berezina-Paperback/p/18032
Tue, August 06, 2024
The Peninsular War: Origins
In a brand new 'History of the Peninsular War' feature, Josh Provan and I sit down for an impassioned and entertaining back and forth where we discuss the origins of the Napoleon's Spanish Ulcer, the initial lack of British willingness to get involved, how Murat just made everything worse, and why the Battle of Bailen was a dream by every conceivable measure.
Sun, August 04, 2024
Worst Politician of the Napoleonic Era
Who was the worst politician of the Napoleonic era? Jacqueline Reiter, Beatrice de Graaf, and Luke Reynolds discuss a range of contenders, as well as dishonourable mentions.
Thu, August 01, 2024
The Battle of the Nile: Nelson's 'Balls of Steel' moment
Deadly shoals, exploding ships, and debilitating disease are the topic of the day as naval historian Kate Jamieson returns to explain what happened at the Battle of the Nile, which took place on the day this episode airs. Elsewhere, Zack lowers the tone by describing Nelson's battle plan as his 'balls of steel' moment'.
Tue, June 18, 2024
Waterloo Live - From the NRWGC
Donate at www.nrwgc.com/donate Hear how the Battle of Waterloo unfolded in real time, with this minute by minute run through the events of the day, produced and recorded in 2023 in support of the Napoleonic & Revolutionary War Graves Charity. Hosted by Zack White, Luke Reynolds and Liam Telfer
Sun, June 16, 2024
Waterloo Orders of Battle
Who fought at Waterloo? Heard the Orders of Battle for the French, Prussian and Allied forces who fought in the Waterloo campaign
Sat, June 15, 2024
Waterloo by Air: The Gathering Storm
The first instalment of the documentary drops, looking at the build up of the Waterloo campaign. Support the creation of more of this content at www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod
Fri, June 14, 2024
Napoleon's 100 Days
What actually happened in Napoleonic France in the 100 days? Professor Kate Astbury and Dr Michael Rowe join me to a deep dive into the politics and impact of Napoleon's return to France - the key part of the history that gets overshadowed by Waterloo. This conversation is an extension of the discussion that we began on BBC's In Our Time - You can catch that episode here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m001y8fp Kate Astbury's books can be found at: https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/arts/modernlanguages/academic/ka/ Mike Rowe's books can be found at: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/people/michael-rowe
Mon, June 10, 2024
Battle of the Marshals - Heat 2 - Davout, Jourdan, Saint Cyr, Bessieres
Heat 2 of the Battle of the Marshals arrives, with Rachael Stark championing Davout, Hans-Karl Weiss making the case for Jourdan, Alan Morehouse fighting for Bessieres, and Saint Cyr being exalted by Noah Fink. Vote for you favourite below.
Fri, June 07, 2024
State of the Union - The Second Coalition
Reflections on latest research, novels, and the nuts and bolts of the research processes abound as Dr Luke Reynolds takes over hosting duties in a follow up to the 'State of the Union' session.
Tue, June 04, 2024
General D'Armee 2
Dave Brown, author of General D'Armee 2, joins me, the co-host of Little Wars TV, and Dr Andrew Dorman to discuss the Art of the War game, the tricks to creating a successful wargaming experience, how to get started in the hobby, and how the value they bring to history. Buy the rulesets: https://toofatlardies.co.uk/product-category/reisswitz-press/general-darmee/ Little Wars TV: https://www.youtube.com/@LittleWarsTV
Sat, June 01, 2024
Battle of the Glorious First of June
Naval historian Kate Jamieson joins me to talk about the Battle of the Glorious First of June - Britain's first major naval engagement of the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars, in which Britain sought to deprive France of a vital grain and food convoy which saved the French nation from starvation, propping up the revolutionary government in the process. Get episodes early and exclusive perks: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod
Sat, May 25, 2024
The End of the Podcast? Emergency Broadcast
Now, Napoleonicists! Now is your time! Spotify have gutted the show disconnecting me from as much as 50% of listeners. This is how you can help the show try and rise again from the ashes.
Fri, May 24, 2024
Waterloo by Air: New Documentary
How do we separate Napoleonic myth from reality? Why were some written out of the story? Over 200 years later, why does Waterloo still matter? Join me this summer on the Napoleonic Wars Youtube Channel for a documentary on the battle, like you've never seen before
Sat, May 18, 2024
Battle of the Marshals: Berthier, Ney & Soult
Who was Napoleon's greatest marshal? It's a question that has dogged fans of the period for 200 years, and will do for 200 more. On the 220th anniversary of Napoleon creating the marshals of France, and marking the 200th instalment of the Napoleonic Wars pod, fans of the show fire the opening salvo in the epic journey that will be the Battle of the Marshals. In this first heat, Ed Coss makes the case for Berthier, Todd Campbell argues for Ney, and Dan Hazelwood defends Soult. Only one can make it through to the semi final. Who wins? You decide. With expert commentary from Josh Provan and Sam Jolley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, May 11, 2024
Greatest What If - Part 2
Sam Jolley, Geraint Thatcher and Josh Provan join me for the second instalment of the 'Greatest What if of the Napoleonic era' series - a fun run through of scenarios that might have changed the course of Napoleonic history Twitter: @s_jolley @ThatchGer1 @Landofhistory Buy Josh's books at https://www.helion.co.uk/people/joshua-provan.php Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, May 04, 2024
Tombfinders: Searchers of our Napoleonic Past
The stars of a recent collaborative project involving the Napoleonic & Revolutionary War Graves Charity, and students from the University of Portsmouth, Izzy Turtle, Emily Harris, Rebekah Money and Damiana Kun talk about their recent efforts to find the graves of Napoleonic veterans across Portsmouth, and their experiences of cleaning graves. To find out more about the efforts of the NRWGC, and the support their work, go to www.nrwgc.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, April 27, 2024
Waterloo: The Battle as Big Business
Why does Waterloo matter? How was it manipulated? And how did it become a business in its own right? Regular listeners of the show will know that these questions and much more have been covered by the Napoleonic Wars Podcast’s ‘Scholar in Residence’, Dr Luke ‘Memory’ Reynolds, in his critically acclaimed and award winning book Who Owned Waterloo . That book is now available in paperback, and to mark its release Luke sat down at The Lambs social and theatrical club with Professor of History Benjamin Carter Hett ( https://twitter.com/BenjaminHett ). If you haven’t picked it up already, get 30% off on the Oxford University Press website using code AAFLYG6 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, April 20, 2024
Peninsular War Tourism: Part 2
Professor Rosemary Sweet & Dr Richard Ansell join me to discuss why some people decided to travel in the Iberian Peninsular at the height of the Peninsular War, in a bid to see more of the 'action'. Rosemary's book Cities and the Grand Tour: The British in Italy, c. 1690-1820 is available here: https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/cities-and-the-grand-tour/1BC3B4C2211B31007B03AA0A39729038 Richards book Complete Gentlemen: Educational Travel and Family Strategy, 1650-1750 is available here: https://global.oup.com/academic/product/complete-gentlemen-9780197267271?cc=us&lang=en& Attend Rosemary and Richard's talk at the Napoleonic & Revolutionary War Graves Charity here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/821874868857?aff=oddtdtcreator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, April 13, 2024
Peninsular War Tourism
Professor Rosemary Sweet & Dr Richard Ansell join me to discuss why some people decided to travel in the Iberian Peninsular at the height of the Peninsular War, in a bid to see more of the 'action'. Rosemary's book Cities and the Grand Tour: The British in Italy, c. 1690-1820 is available here: https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/cities-and-the-grand-tour/1BC3B4C2211B31007B03AA0A39729038 Richards book Complete Gentlemen: Educational Travel and Family Strategy, 1650-1750 is available here: https://global.oup.com/academic/product/complete-gentlemen-9780197267271?cc=us&lang=en& Attend Rosemary and Richard's talk at the Napoleonic & Revolutionary War Graves Charity here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/821874868857?aff=oddtdtcreator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, April 06, 2024
George Washington: Officer & Founding Father
Eddie Zimmerman returns for a chat about the iconic American. A man whose sheer tenacity kept the fledgling USA in the war despite repeated military setbacks in the early stages of the war. We discuss the myths and controversies as well as the man's character, and why he may have been fundamental to helping America define itself. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @EdwardZimm1778 Register to vote in the UK: https://www.gov.uk/register-to-vote Register to vote in the US: https://www.usa.gov/register-to-vote Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 01, 2024
The State of the Union (of Napoleonic History)
A less-than-Presidential, two hour broadcast, in which Zack has multiple aneurysms, Luke self proclaims to be a 'Scholar in Residence', and then refers to military history as 'Guns and balls and pointy things'. We also do some serious historianing at some point in the broadcast. This is a new style of content, in which we look at the state of Napoleonic history, new book releases, new historical dramas that are being released, and conferences you need to attend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, March 10, 2024
A Soldier's Life: Re-enacting Napoleonic Infantrymen
Rory Butcher and Liam Telfer join me to talk about how what make the world of re-enactment 'tick'. We discuss the realism debate, the unique insights and benefits that re-enactment offers, whether or not horses are terrifying, and the contentious subject of whether or not women should be allowed in the fighting line. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @RMB_History | @liamtelfer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, February 18, 2024
Waterloo Around the World
Dr Luke Reynolds talks about how Waterloo celebrations were spread across the British Empire, and how Waterloo Day became an excuse for a boozing session. Get 30% off Who Owned Waterloo at Oxford University Press by using code AAFLYG6 Twitter: @lureynol | @zwhitehistory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 01, 2024
Napoleon: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly
Professor Beatrice de Graaf, and Professor Alexander Mikaberidze join Dr Zack White to discuss the life, legacy and complexities of remembering Napoleon Bonaparte.
Sun, December 10, 2023
Waterloo: The Battle on the Big Screen
Trenches on the battlefield and the Prussians arriving from the wrong direction are nothing new... Professor Tony Pollard joins me to talk about more than a century of the Battle of Waterloo being depicted on the big screen. We talk about common tropes, the way in which portrayals of the battle have developed, and some of the challenges to production. Extended version with clips from the various films available on youtube. Support Waterloo Uncovered at: https://waterloouncovered.com/ Cinema and History: The encyclopedia of History Films. https://www.hervedumont.ch/page.php?id=fr4 Napoleon and the Pope (1897) https://youtu.be/_jf_lIhWsJk?si=CPT-oxo0s544l7mk Napoleon (1909) Library of Congress https://www.loc.gov/item/mp73112700/ Incidents in the Life of Napoleon and Josephine (1909) https://youtu.be/zmnHQbrh3KY?si=RtrJ5IhDPrNaTObM Waterloo at 24.53 The Battle of Waterloo (1913) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1SZnKFuvw0 The Iron Duke (1934) NOT ON YOUTUBE Campo Di Maggio (The Hundred Days) 1934/5 NOT ON YOUTUBE (103 min) Dir by Giovachinno Forzano Hundert Tage (Hundred Days) Dir Franz Wenzler (1hr 25?) The Nazi Napoleon – Waterloo from around 9.36 21min20 clip https://youtu.be/HfTkNHp0v2k?si=3L2MaeLF-jNrOfmS Napoleon (1955) https://youtu.be/vRsg9o9tr5s?si=x4SddxtBoPQBCAo4 Waterloo 1.42 Austerlitz 1960 Abel Gance https://youtu.be/xK_I5IwQLMw?si=3Dlxxdy6cjHTHopK Waterloo 1970 https://youtu.be/3DcWJrzK0wU?si=_ftJ-JwKLapfMVMv The Day of the Locust (1975) The Stage collapses https://youtu.be/jJ_p_xhMEvU?si=7zIukRCn6-aRdwkl Napoleon (French TV series 2002) Waterloo 53.38 <a href="https://youtu.be/i_E_TfWu5uU?si=SFAfbemaCDpWU6ru" target="_blank
Sun, December 03, 2023
Napoleon Movie: Ridley Scott Reviewed
*SPOILER, STRONG LANGUAGE & EXPLICIT CONTENT WARNING* Sam Jolley, Charlotte White, Josh Provan and Kit Chapman (University of Falmouth) join me to dissect the movie as a piece of film making. We largely park the historical inaccuracies to explore the real reasons why this film has proven such a disappointment with fans of the period. Twitter: @s_jolley | @restorationcake | @landofhistory Web: https://www.falmouth.ac.uk/staff/dr-kit-chapman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, November 28, 2023
The Siege of Pensacola
One of the largest sieges of the American War of Independence is far from common knowledge. Josh Provan explains all following the release of his new book on the Siege of Pensacola. Buy the book: https://www.helion.co.uk/military-history-books/every-hazard-and-fatigue-the-siege-of-pensacola-1781.php Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @landofhistory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, November 23, 2023
Josephine: Empress of the French
Who was Josephine, the women so often sidelined as simply being 'Napoleon's one true love'? Rachael Stark offers a multi-dimensional perspective on the complexities of Marie Josephe Rose de Beauharnias. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @bookish_rachael Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, November 21, 2023
To Firebomb a city - The Siege of Copenhagen Part 2
Gareth Glover returns with the second instalment on the British siege of Copenhagen. Buy the book: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/The-Two-Battles-of-Copenhagen-1801-and-1807-Paperback/p/23363 Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @GloverGareth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, November 18, 2023
Waterloo Banquets: A feast fit for a Duke
What were the Waterloo banquets, and why did they matter? Luke Reynolds returns to explain why there was much more to these annual celebrations of the allied victory than an aristocratic booze-up. Buy the book. Discount code: AAFLYG6 for 33% off https://global.oup.com/academic/product/who-owned-waterloo-9780192865281?q=Reynolds&lang=en&cc=gb Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @lureynol Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, November 16, 2023
The Siege of Copenhagen - Part 1
Gareth Glover drops by for the first instalment of a two part on one of the most shameful, if strategically understandable, acts by the British in the entire Napoleonic Wars. Buy the book: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/The-Two-Battles-of-Copenhagen-1801-and-1807-Paperback/p/23363 Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @GloverGareth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, November 14, 2023
The Art of History vs Ridley Scott
Four historians respond to Ridley Scott's scathing attack on the nature of history, as Clare Siviter, Luke Reynolds and Alexander Burns discuss what history actually is, and why it matters. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @ClareSiviter | @lureynol | @KKriegeBlog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, November 12, 2023
The Napoleon of the Pacific - Kamehameha
Josh Provan returns to talk about Kamehameha I, King of Hawaii, who is often referred to as 'the Great'. We discuss his life, rise, influence, and why the case can be made that he was as significant, and perhaps even more significant than Napoleon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, October 21, 2023
Trafalgar TV: The Next Master & Commander?
What would happen if 'Master & Commander' met Horatio Nelson? Adam Preston, screenwriter and naval researcher, talks about his efforts to bring the story of Nelson and Emma Hamilton to the screen.Support Trafalgar TV:http://trafalgar.tvhttps://shows.acast.com/trafalgar-squaredTwitter: @trafalgartvshowhttps://www.facebook.com/TrafalgarTVseriesInstagram: trafalgartv Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, October 15, 2023
The Battle of Salamanca - The French Perspective - Part 2
Did the French left wing just run away at Salamanca? Well not exactly. Garry Wills continues his forensic reappraisal of what happened to the troops of Maucune & Thomierres' division after initially being broken. We discuss the French rearguard, and the tantalising clues that have been missed about the French last stand at Salamanca.Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @CaseshotpublishUse code Glory23 to save 20% on ‘Glory is fleeting’, the book containing the chapter this talk is based on. Available here: https://www.helion.co.uk/military-history-books/glory-is-fleeting-new-scholarship-on-the-napoleonic-wars.phpBuy Garry's books: https://www.helion.co.uk/people/garry-david-wills.php?sid=248533482b70b0602a0c16471b04cb9f Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, October 11, 2023
The Battle of Salamanca: The French Perspective - Part 1
Have we completely misunderstood a key part of the story of the Battle of Salamanca? Garry Wills joins me in a two parter to discuss the eye-opening inconsistencies in the accounts of the battle, and how he has unearthed clues that change our understanding of what unfolded in what was arguably Wellington's greatest victory.Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @CaseshotpublishUse code Glory23 to save 20% on ‘Glory is fleeting’, the book containing the chapter this talk is based on. Available here: https://www.helion.co.uk/military-history-books/glory-is-fleeting-new-scholarship-on-the-napoleonic-wars.phpBuy Garry's books: https://www.helion.co.uk/people/garry-david-wills.php?sid=248533482b70b0602a0c16471b04cb9f Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, October 08, 2023
Napoleon's Polish Troops - Part 2
Where did Napoleon send his skilled Polish troops? How did they respond to the occupation of the Duchy of Warsaw? Why were the Polish Lancers feared and respected in equal measure? Dawid Gralik returns to complete the two-parter on Polish troops who served in the French army. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @dawgra93 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, October 04, 2023
Napoleon's Waterloo Men - Part 3
In the final instalment of the three-part mega-interview on the men who fought for Napoleon at Waterloo, Graeme Callister talks about the breaking of D'Erlon's corps, and the injuries sustained by those men. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @graemecallister Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, October 01, 2023
Napoleon's Polish Troops - Part 1
Polish Lancers. They have a fearsome reputation from the Napoleonic Wars, but what do we really know about these men, and their countrymen in other units who served the Emperor from within the French Army itself? In the first instalment of a two-parter, Dawid Garlic returns to talk about the Polish troops who fought under the French flag, talking about their reasons for service, and some of the reasons for their remarkable reputation. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @dawgra93 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, September 27, 2023
Napoleon's Waterloo Men - Part 2
In the second instalment of this three hour odyssey diving deep into the rich sources on the French army that fought at Waterloo, Graeme Callister blows my mind with the implications of his research looking at what it can tell us about the experiences of these men on the battlefield. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @graemecallister Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, September 24, 2023
Napoleon's Waterloo Men - Part 1
Graeme Callister returns in the first of a triple bill on his fascinating and enlightening research on the men of the French army who fought at Waterloo. In this part we talk about the misguided tropes about Napoleon's forces in 1815, the sources we can use to unpick those myths, and some of the eye-opening realisations that a detailed look at these men's lives can offer. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @GraemeCallister Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, August 27, 2023
Inside the Mind of Napoleon
Historian Professor Ed Coss, a leading researcher on the role of psychology on soldiers across history, joins me to talk about his innovative research discovering the possibility of Napoleon suffering from Traumatic Brain injuries, and a startling diagnosis of Narcisstic Personality Disorder. Buy the book: https://www.helion.co.uk/military-history-books/the-sword-and-the-spirit-proceedings-of-the-first-war-and-peace-in-the-age-of-napoleon-conference.php?sid=1574ac130a3757e2e6a4e5f0e794236c Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 31, 2023
Ney - Bravest of the Brave TEASER
In a taste of what you can get when you subscribe on Patreon for £1 a month, here's a sneak peek at a recent recording with Rachael Stark on Marshal Ney. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @bookish_rachael Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, July 15, 2023
Napoleon Film Trailer - Historians React & Dissect
Tips welcome: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod In the first EVER livestream of the Napoleonic Wars Channel (the YouTube brother of the podcast), I sat down with Josh Provan to pick apart the visually spectacular trailer for Ridley Scott's hotly anticipated film Napoleon, which lands in cinemas in November 2023. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @landofhistory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, July 11, 2023
The Legacy of Waterloo
Graeme Callister, Luke Reynolds, Beatrice de Graaf and Evan Wilson all join me to talk about the legacy of the famous battle, and its relevance for society. Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @beatricedegraaf | @wilsonevan | @lureynol | @GraemeCallister Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, June 04, 2023
British sieges of the Peninsular War
One of the most respected historians of the British army during the Peninsular War, Gavin Daly, joins me to talk about the British sieges of the Peninsular War, attitudes to siege warfare, and yes, we talk plunder... Buy the book: https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/storm-and-sack/256A214C21AF3AC9928C96149B820BB5 Twitter: @zwhitehistory Enjoy bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, May 25, 2023
Napoleon's Spy - The Russia Campaign & Ben Kane's New Novel
To mark the release of historical novelist Ben Kane's new novel Napoleon's Spy, I sat down with the Sunday Times Bestseller to talk about the challenges of writing a novel set during Napoleon's invasion of Russia, whilst also retaining the historical authenticity. Buy the book: https://geni.us/NapoleonsSpyBenKane Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @BenKaneAuthor Enjoy bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, May 14, 2023
Greatest 'What If' in Napoleonic History - Part 1
What if Josephine had given birth to a son? What if Napoleon hadn't had any siblings? What if Napoleon had never invaded Russia? Charles McAye, Candice Proctor and Graeme Callister make some sensational pitches for the 'biggest what if' of Napoleonic history, offering some mind-bending analysis in a 'just for fun' episode that highlights just how complicated the web of history can be. Twitter: @csharris2 | @BubblesVampire | @GraemeCallister | @zwhitehistory Buy the books: Candice and the Sebastian St Cyr novels: https://www.amazon.co.uk/C-S-Harris/e/B001ITTS46?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1682635761&sr=1-1 Graeme's works: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Graeme-Callister/e/B0BC2FGP5X?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1682635797&sr=1-1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, May 07, 2023
Ending the War - The Horrible Peace
Evan Wilson joins me to talk about the demobilisation of troops from the British armed forces post-war, explaining why the peace process could actually be pretty horrible for troops who suddenly found themselves redundant. Twitter: @wilsonevan | @zwhitehistory Buy the book: https://www.umasspress.com/9781625347343/the-horrible-peace/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, April 14, 2023
Peninsular War Episode 3: Santander's Story
Silvia Gregorio-Sainz joins me in the third instalment of the Peninsular War series to talk about how Cantabria exploded into opposition to French occupation in a story involving a warrior priest, British agents, and the snaffling of eyewatering sums of money. Get other instalments of the Peninsular War series at https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @SilViaGregorio_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, March 08, 2023
The Marshals' Wives' Tale
To mark international women's day, Rachael Stark returns with a fresh instalment of the Napoleonic Marshals series, looking exclusively at the lives of some of those who married into the Marshallate. Tales of anguish, loss, firery temperaments, and courage abound. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @bookish_Rachael Unlock bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, February 26, 2023
Uproar - Satire, Scandal, Caricatures and the genius of Gilray - with Alice Loxton
What makes caricatures from this period so great? Alice Loxton, author of Uproar: Satire, Scandal & Printmakers in Georgian London, drops by to talk about why these satirical cartoons are misunderstood, and offer us such brilliant insights into how Georgian society worked. Social Media: @zwhitehistory | @history_Alice Buy the book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/UPROAR-Satire-Scandal-Printmakers-Georgian/dp/1785789546/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=uproar+alice+loxton&qid=1677106558&sprefix=uproar%2Caps%2C80&sr=8-1 Unlock exclusive bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, January 29, 2023
The Greatest Statesman (Part 1)
A bar brawl of an episode ensues as, in what is only the first half of two instalments, Luke Reynolds, Alexander Mikaberidze, Jacqueline Reiter and Josh Provan thrash out the arguments in favour of some famous contenders, and unexpected wildcards. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @lureynol | @AMikaberidze | @latelordchatham | @LandOfHistory Get hours of bonus episodes at www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, December 31, 2022
The Legacy of the War of 1812
What was the lasting impact of the War of 1812? Don Hickey, Luke Reynolds and Alexander Mikaberidze join me to discuss the significant legacy of this forgotten conflict. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @lureynol | @AMikaberidze Get bonus episodes at: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, December 30, 2022
Impressment and the War of 1812
Nick Kaizer joins me to talk about the Royal Navy's policy of impressment, how it escalated tensions prior to the War of 1812, and the wider social impact of the Britain's effective conscription. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @kaizer_nick Catch Nick's episode on the Naval War of 1812 here Buy Nick's book here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, December 25, 2022
Napoleon - The Reckoning
Merry Christmas all! For this year's festive special Beatrice de Graaf, Rachael Stark and Josh Provan all drop by as we go full 'A Christmas Carol' on Napoleon's life, exploring the good, the bad, the ugly, the inspired and the misunderstood about the man's life, legacy and character. No turkey was thrown in the making of this program! Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @landofhistory | @beatricedegraaf | @Bookish_Rachael Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Beatrice's book Fighting Terror after Napoleon is available here Josh's book Bullock's Grain and Good Madeira is available here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, December 23, 2022
Women in the War of 1812
Séverine Angers joins me to talk about women's experiences in the War of 1812, from the unusual way of life these women had compared to their UK-based relatives, to female spies, and mourning the dead. Twitter: @zwhitehistory Support: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, December 16, 2022
Naval Discipline and the War of 1812
Thomas Malcomson joins me to talk through the challenges of maintaining law and order in the wooden worlds of Royal naval vessels, and what his unique case study of the ships involved in the War of 1812 reveals about how effectively captains managed to keep control of their men, despite challenges of impressment, and supply shortages. Unlock bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Twitter: @zwhitehistory Buy the book: Order and Disorder in the British Navy, 1793-1815 (boydellandbrewer.com) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, December 07, 2022
Most significant battle of the War of 1812
Tom Fournier, Nick Kaizer, Geraint Thatcher and Josh Provan join me for a spirited discussion on which battle of the War of 1812 had the greatest impact. Access exclusive bonus episodes https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @tom4141tom | @kaizer_nick | @ThatchGer1 | @LandofHistory The naval war of 1812: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/32CFFad3xvb Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, November 30, 2022
West India Regiments in the War of 1812
Tim Lockley joins me to unpick the story of Britain's 'slave regiments', and explain the important role that they played in the War of 1812. Enjoy bonus episodes from £1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @TimLockley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, November 26, 2022
An Announcement: New Beginnings & Exciting Opportunities
I unveil what the future of the show is going to look like, how you can invest in exciting new content, and join a Napoleonic fan community. Support from £1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Twitter: @zwhitehistory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, November 13, 2022
Native Americans in the War of 1812
Josh Provan joins me to talk about the Native Americans during the War of 1812, and the impact that the conflict had on their future in a growing USA. Part of 'War of 1812 Month' Support: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @LandOfHistory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, October 16, 2022
China in the Napoleonic Era
Chinese history is always fascinating. The Napoleonic era was no exception. Josh Provan opens our eyes to what was going on in China before, during and after the Napoleonic era, how the nation was on the cusp of sliding into anarchy, and why the British were busy being awful. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @LandofHistory Support the show at: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, October 09, 2022
Napoleonic France: A State of Terror?
In episode 150, Beatrice de Graaf joins me to discuss how Napoleon's police state operated, how unique it really was, and why terror lay at the heart of state control during this period. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @beatricedegraaf Book to attend Beatrice's Wellington Lecture https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/33rd-wellington-lecture-tickets-417813309857 Support the show at: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, October 02, 2022
Bernadotte - Ungrateful, not a traitor
The Marshal that everyone loves to hate is the focus of the latest monthly marshal instalment, as Rachael Stark returns to talk about the life, tempestuous character, and controversies of Marshal Bernadotte, King of Sweden. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @Bookish_Rachael Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, September 29, 2022
War & Public Opinion in Britain, France & The Netherlands
Graeme Callister joins me to talk about how you unpick popular opinion in not one, but three countries, during the Napoleonic era, and what this tells us about how the British, French and Dutch thought about themselves in the period. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @GraemeCallister Support the show: The Napoleonicist is creating exciting episodes on the Napoleonic Wars | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, September 25, 2022
Kutuzov - The 'Outfoxer' of Napoleon
Alexander Mikaberidze joins me to talk about the man behind the myth, who forms the focus of his new book Kutuzov: A Life in War and Peace . Buy the book: Kutuzov - Alexander Mikaberidze - Oxford University Press (oup.com) Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @AMikaberidze Support the show: The Napoleonicist is creating exciting episodes on the Napoleonic Wars | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, September 18, 2022
Attitudes to sexual misconduct in the British Army
The Napoleonicist returns with a tough, but important exploration of how the British Army tackled cases of sexual assault, and exploring why they bucked the conventions by trying homosexuality in military courts. Join the Napoleonic & Revolutionary War Graves Charity: www.nrwgc.com You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, August 31, 2022
War Graves: The NRWGC and honouring the war dead
Death in the service of your country is a tragedy. In a 'Re-up' of an episode from 11 months, Marcus Cribb interviews me and Ed Coss about the aims of the Napoleonic & Revolutionary War Graves Charity, which is now open for membership and donations at www.nrwgc.com Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @NRWGCharity Attend the War & Peace in the Age of Napoleon Conference: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/napoleonic-amp-revolutionary-war-graves-charity-50212120553 Find out more about the Napoleonic & Revolutionary War Graves Charity: www.nrwgc.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, August 28, 2022
MacDonald: The Forgotten Marshal?
Rachael Stark returns with her monthly Marshal feature, as we look at one of the Marshals who has been pushed to the edge of popular memory: The morally principled MacDonald. Twitter: @Bookish_Rachael | @zwhitehistory | @NRWGCharity Rachael's Twitter profile: https://twitter.com/Bookish_Rachael Attend the War & Peace in the Age of Napoleon Conference: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/napoleonic-amp-revolutionary-war-graves-charity-50212120553 Find out more about the Napoleonic & Revolutionary War Graves Charity: www.nrwgc.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, July 27, 2022
Davout: The Iron Marshal
In the first instalment of a new feature on The Napoleonicist , Rachael Stark offers a blisteringly brilliant run down of the life, talents, achievements and controversies of Davout - widely regarded as one of, if not THE finest of Napoleon's marshals, and a man of integrity to boot. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @Bookish_Rachael Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, July 14, 2022
The Greatest Musician of the Napoleonic Era
Know your Bachs from your Bocherrini? Know your vibratto from your virtuouso? We debate the greatest musician of the Napoleonic era, as Tansy Robson, Josh Provan, Jacqueline Reiter and Rachael Stark join me to champion some masters of the musical arts. You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, June 19, 2022
Who owned Waterloo?
I what I think is probably the best Napoleonicist episode ever, Dr Luke Reynolds joins me to discuss his new book 'Who owned Waterloo', which looks at the way the battle was manipulated by the British to become part of national myth making. Buy the book: Who Owned Waterloo? - Luke Reynolds - Oxford University Press (oup.com) Discount code at OUP: AAFLYG6 Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @lureynol You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, June 17, 2022
Napoleon's Great Scapegoat: Grouchy's Waterloo
Andrew Field joins me to talk about what Grouchy did, and didn't do during the Waterloo campaign, explaining his failings, as well as his successes, and why the 'march to the sound of the guns' myth is rubbish. Twitter: @zwhitehistory You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, June 10, 2022
Touring the Waterloo Battlefield
Gareth Glover and Kristine Hughes Patrone join me to talk about the past, present and future of tours on Waterloo battlefield, including their new joint venture. Book on the tour: http://numberonelondontours.com/tours/the-1815-tour-london-to-waterloo/ Twitter: @zwhitehistory You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, May 26, 2022
The Maligned Majority: German auxiliary troops in the British Army during the Flanders Campaign 1793-5
Paul Demet joins me to unleash a wealth of knowledge about the German auxiliaries who not only made up the bulk of the Duke of York's army during the Flanders campaign, but were badly treated and unfairly blamed for the campaign's failings. Listen to the end of the episode for an exclusive discount on Paul's fascinating book on this topic 'We are accustomed to do our duty', available here: We Are Accustomed to Do Our Duty | From Reason to Revolution 1721-1815 | Helion & Company Twitter: @zwhitehistory You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, May 17, 2022
The Most Irritating Myth of the Napoleonic Era
An all star cast joins me in a rant filled odyssey, as Ed Coss, Peter Molloy, Marcus Cribb, Beatrice de Graaf, Josh Provan, Jacqueline Reiter, Jimmy Chen and Rachael Stark debate those misconceptions about the period that drive them round the bend. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @mcribbHistory | @beatricedegraaf | @Peter_Molloy_ | @LandOfHistory | @latelordchatham | @JSC1812 | @Bookish_Rachael You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, May 06, 2022
Not just incompetent officers?: The British Army in Flanders 1793-95
Robin Thomas joins me to talk about his book 'No want of courage: The British Army in Flanders, 1793-95', in a deep dive into the state of the force that was sent out to fight in Flanders, finding a situation comparable to the Russian Army in WW1 when it came to shortages of equipment, and discuss that famous nursery rhyme... Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @RobinThomas1000 You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Buy the book: www.helion.co.uk/military-history-books/no-want-of-courage-the-british-army-in-flanders-1793-1795-2.php?sid=c645dc4c4515a39c93cf959cf79cc3ef Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, April 28, 2022
Armies and Enemies of Napoleon
Alexander Mikaberidze, Kenton White and Philip Ball join me to talk about their contributions to an exciting volume on the armies and enemies of Napoleon. Buy the book: Armies and Enemies of Napoleon, 1789-1815 | From Reason to Revolution 1721-1815 | Helion & Company Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @AMikaberidze | @whitey_boy | @Hindu_Stan You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, April 21, 2022
Mythbusting Wellington's vilified foreign unit: the Chasseurs Britanniques
Alistair Nichols joins me to talk about his research on the Chasseurs Britanniques - a unit which has often been characterised by its bad desertion record, yet which in reality served well in a range of theatres over the Napoleonic Wars. You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, April 09, 2022
British officers in the Portuguese army
Bob Burnham returns to talk about the experiences of British officers serving in the Portuguese army, and what we know about their importance in the force's success. You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, March 31, 2022
The Great Waterloo Diorama
James Cowan and Peter Molloy join me to talk about their efforts to create a brand new diorama of the Battle of Waterloo, how they are incorporating cutting edge research into their work, and the history of Napoleonic-focused dioramas. For more on Waterloo Uncovered, visit: waterloouncovered.com To find out about the work of the Halo Trust, visit: www.halotrust.org Twitter: @Peter_Molloy_ | @DigWaterloo | @zwhitehistory You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 28, 2022
Napoleonic Boardgaming
Ed Coss joins me to talk about board games focusing on the Napoleonic era, and their role (or not) as educational tools. Twitter: @zwhitehistory You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, March 23, 2022
Playing the Napoleonic War Game
Miles Reidy from Little Wars TV joins me to chat about the joys of making a miniatures war game work, and how Little Wars TV has been working to create a supportive community for war gamers across the world. Find out more about Little Wars TV https://www.youtube.com/c/LittleWarsTV Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @littlewarstv You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, March 18, 2022
Napoleonic Miniature Wargaming
Chris Pramas joins me to talk about the development, evolution, joys and even prejudices within the world of Napoleonic miniatures wargaming over the last 70 years, as we discuss the history of the genre. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @Pramas You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, March 13, 2022
The Greatest Wargame
Kate Jamieson, Josh Provan, Ed Coss and Conrad Kinch join me to chat, argue and heckle through a debate on what is the greatest wargame set during the Napoleonic era. Twitter: @kejamieson_ | @LandOfHistory | @aquestingvole | @zwhitehistory You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Some links to get you started on wargaming: http://www.wargaming.co/recreation/details/pgnapforfun.htm https://toofatlardies.co.uk/product/kriegsspiel-1824/ https://www.gmtgames.com/c-30-commands-colors-napoleonics.aspx#[PageNumber(0)|PageSize(50)|PageSort(Name)|DisplayType(Grid) ] https://toofatlardies.co.uk/product/sharp-practice-2/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 07, 2022
Wargaming the Battle of Waterloo
Charles Esdaile joins me to discuss his latest research on what happens if you try to wargame the Battle of Waterloo on a boardgame, and we discuss about why boardgame designers want the allies to lose at Waterloo...Support the show: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, February 23, 2022
Retelling Napoleon's 1812 and 1813 campaigns
Jesse Alexander of Real Time History joins me to about the process, challenges, and importance of retelling the story of Napoleon's 1812 and 1813. We explore how Real Time History put their episodes together, their different way of doing history, and the meticulous research that goes into each episode, as well as the sources that can help us achieve a better understanding of the period. Twitter: @jesse_history | @realtime_hist To support Real Time History: www.patreon.com/realtimehistory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, February 15, 2022
Wellington's Portuguese Army: The Forgotten Evidence
Bob Burnham, co author of 'In the Words of Wellington's Fighting Cocks' joins me to discuss the holy grail of some long forgotten material which has the potential to rewrite our understanding of the Portuguese forces that served alongside the British and Spanish during the Peninsular War. Twitter: @Zwhitehistory You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 07, 2022
The Birth of Science in the Napoleonic Era
Dr Kit Chapman joins me for an episode with some eye-opening revelations, not least that most of the major ideas that you associate with modern science were invented during the Napoleonic era. We talk electricity, photography, medicine and even computing in an episode that is not to be missed. Twitter: @chemistrykit | @zwhitehistory Order Kit's new book Racing Green: www.bloomsbury.com/uk/racing-green-9781472982186/ Attend Kit's Royal Institute Lecture: www.rigb.org/whats-on/events-2022/march/public-how-motorsport-science-can-save-the-world You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, January 29, 2022
Most significant woman of the Napoleonic era
To mark 100,000 downloads, Beatrice de Graaf, Sam Jolley, Vanya Bellinger and Kristine Hughes Patrone join me to celebrate the lives of some deeply impressive women who all made their mark, in different ways, on the Napoleonic period. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @beatricedegraaf | @s_jolley | @vanyaef | @NumberOneLondon You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, January 12, 2022
Greatest Film of the Napoleonic Era
What was the greatest on-screen depiction of the Napoleonic era? That Hamilton Woman ? All for Love ? The Duellists ? Gance's Napoleon ? Waterloo ? Bondarchuk's War and Peace ? Master & Commander ? Sharpe ? With so many to chose from Charley White, Kirsteen Mackenzie, Everette Rummage, Matt Bone, Tom Fournier, Josh Provan, and Marcus Cribb all join me to chat through a myriad of contenders, in an episode of truly epic proportions. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @restorationcake | @kirsteenMM | @AgeofNapoleon | @tom4141tom | @LandOfHistory | @mcribbHistory You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, December 29, 2021
The state of Napoleonic History
As a little Christmas season bonus, Beatrice de Graaf, Josh Provan, Andy Dorman and I had what was meant to be a Christmas party, but turned into a serious chat about some of the exciting developments, challenges, and our hopes for the future of the study of the Napoleonic era. Lots of laughter and thought-provoking conversations are in store. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @LandOfHistory | @beatricedegraaf | @AndyDormann You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, December 22, 2021
Most Misunderstood Napoleonic Person
In this Christmas special (and special really is the word), Rachael Stark, Alex Mikaberidze, Josh Provan and Beatrice de Graaf join me to discuss the most misunderstood person of the Napoleonic era, in an episode filled with laughter, and thought provoking conversation - prepare to have some myths exploded! Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @Bookish_Rachael | @AMikaberidze | @LandOfHistory | @beatricedegraaf You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, December 08, 2021
The Battle of Quatre Bras
Andrew Field joins me to talk about the research behind his book Quatre Bras: Prelude to Waterloo. We walk through the battle looking at the perspective of both sides to better understand why it unfolded in the way that it did. Twitter: @zwhitehistory You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, November 24, 2021
Wives, Whores & Amazons - Women in Napoleonic era Armies
Sam Jolley, Assistant Curator at the Royal Engineers Museum, Gillingham, joins me to talk about her research into the women who marched with, and fought in, the armies of the Napoleonic era. Twitter: @s_jolley | @zwhitehistory You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tips also appreciated: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, November 10, 2021
Crime and Punishment in Wellington's Army 1810-11
Delving into the records for the British army in Portugal in 1810-11, I look at the challenges of maintaining discipline and morale amongst the British troops during this period, and the way in which it sheds light on wider issues within the British army. Twitter: @zwhitehistory Tip: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Support: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, October 30, 2021
Most Significant Naval Figure of the Napoleonic Era
Jacqueline Reiter, Jimmy Chen and Josh Povan join me as we discuss four contenders for the title of 'most significant naval figure'. Some predictable and less predictable candidates are offered, including two Russians, one of whom is more famous for his exploits on land, despite his reformist naval agenda.Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @latelordchatham | @JSC1812 | @LandOfHistoryTip: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicistSupport: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 25, 2021
Most significant naval event
What was the most significant naval event of the period? According to this panel of experts, definitely not any of the battles that might immediately spring to mind! Trafalgar is well and truly sidelined as Sam Jolley, Callum Easton, Jamie Goodall, and Andy Young take us on a master class of smart thinking in their pitches. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @s_jolley | @CallumCe309 | @L_Historienne | @Strategyforwar1 Tip: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Support: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, October 21, 2021
The Battle of Trafalgar: Mythbusted
John Morewood joins me to explain why pretty much everything you thought you knew about Nelson's last, great victory, is probably wrong. Twitter: @zwhitehistory Tip: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Support: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, October 17, 2021
Admiral Pulteney Malcolm - A forgotten, gifted Admiral
Paul Martinovich joins me to discuss the life and exploits of a remarkable admiral who you're unlikely to have heard of - Admiral Pulteney Malcolm - but whose career was nothing short of remarkable. Twitter: @zwhitehistory Tip: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Support: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, October 14, 2021
Napoleon's Admiral's - Boney's Boys on the high seas
Josh Provan joins me to talk about some of the most significant French naval commanders of the period, looking at the successes, failures, and arguably unfair criticisms that can be made of these often neglected seafarers. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @LandofHistory Tip: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Support: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, October 10, 2021
The Naval War of 1812
Nick Kaizer, author of ' Revenge in the Name of Honour' joins me to talk about how the Royal Navy was force-fed a slice on humble piece by the fledgling USA when it came to engagements during the War of 1812. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @kaizer_nick Tip: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Support: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, October 06, 2021
Pirates - with Jamie Goodall
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 | @zwhitehistory Support: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tip: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, September 29, 2021
The Napoleonic & Revolutionary War Graves Charity
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/NRWGCharity Find us on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NRWGCharity Join our mailing list by emailing: nrwgcharity@gmail.com Book 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.
Wed, September 15, 2021
The Politics of War
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/thenapoleonicist Tips gratefully received: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Youtube: https://youtu.be/Xw1OjtrFBjQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 30, 2021
Wellington the great debate
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.
Sat, August 28, 2021
In the Duke's shadow? Wellington's Brigade Commanders
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/thenapoleonicist Tips gratefully received: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, August 25, 2021
Wellington's Generals - Nosey's Boys in Spain
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/thenapoleonicist Tips gratefully received: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, August 22, 2021
Wellington in India - Shaping a promising career?
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/thenapoleonicist Tips gratefully received: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, August 20, 2021
The Women in Wellington's World
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/thenapoleonicist Tip: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, August 18, 2021
Wellington's Way of Waging War
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/thenapoleonicist Tip: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, August 10, 2021
Wellington's Greatest Victory
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/napoleonicist Support: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, August 04, 2021
Wellington - Life and Legacy
Wellington month, as chosen by my Command Patrons, launches on the Napoleonicist, with a run through of the Duke's life, his achievements, and his failings - be warned, I'm more critical than you might expect! Tip: www.ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Support: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, July 28, 2021
Waterloo Witnesses with Kristine Hughes Patrone
Kirstine Hughes Patrone joins me to her book Waterloo Witnesses, which explores the experiences of soldiers, and crucially civilians, during the Waterloo campaign. Support: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tip: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, July 14, 2021
The Greatest Novels on the Napoleonic Era
Rachel Stark, Gavin Lewis, Andy Young and Marcus Cribb join me to make the cases for the greatest novels on the Napoleonic era, championing the top 4 as voted for by the public in my recent twitter poll. The Aubrey-Maturin series, War and Peace, Hornblower series and Sharpe series all feature, and we also cover some honourable mentions. Support: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Tip: https://ko-fi.com/napoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, June 30, 2021
The Second Mahratta War (1803)
Josh Provan joins me to discuss the second Anglo-Mahratta War, which forms the basis for his new book Bullocks, Grain and Good Madeira. The battle of Assaye, and sieges of Ahmadnaggar and Gawilghur all feature Buy Josh's books at: https://uk.bookshop.org/lists/featured-on-the-podcast Support the podcast at: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, June 18, 2021
The Sword and the Spirit
Ed Coss, Vanya Bellinger, Andrew Bamford and Silvia Gregorio Sainz join me to discuss their contributions to an edited collection called 'The Sword and the Spirit'. Napoleon's narcissism, Popham's pomposity, Clausewitz's reputation, and Wellington's arrogance are all in the spotlight! Buy the book: https://www.helion.co.uk/military-history-books/the-sword-and-the-spirit-proceedings-of-the-first-war-and-peace-in-the-age-of-napoleon-conference.php Support: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, June 17, 2021
Waterloo Books
In a reviews/recommendations special, I cover Kristine Hughes Patrone's new book 'Waterloo Witnesses', Charles Esdaile's 'Walking Waterloo: A Guide', and give a shout out to a number of titles which you may want to add to their shelves. Support: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, June 16, 2021
Waterloo through soldiers eyes
Retelling the story of Waterloo through the accounts of those who fought in the conflict, drawing on British, French and Prussian accounts. Support: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Bookstore: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, June 02, 2021
Greatest Painting of the Napoleonic era
Who produced the greatest painting of the Napoleonic era? Jacqueline Reiter, Andre Loez, Gareth Copeland and Josh Provan join me to debate some incredible pieces of artwork in an episode full of laughter and poignant reflection on the era. Napoleonicist bookstore: uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Support on patreon: patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, May 19, 2021
To flog, or not to flog: Crime and Punishment in the British Army
This week I reprise a recent paper that I delivered for the Society of Army Historical Research's Centenary conference, exploring the complex competition that took place over how to punish soldiers in the British Army. Twitter: @zwhitehistory Napoleonicist bookstore: uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Support on patreon: patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 03, 2021
The Battle of Fuentes D'Onoro: Wellington Blunders
On the 210th anniversary of the battle, I look at the events that took place between 3rd and 5th May 1811, exploring what went wrong on both sides, and retelling the story through the eyes of those who fought. Twitter: @zwhitehistory Napoleonicist bookstore: uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Support on patreon: patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, April 21, 2021
The Greatest Invention of the Napoleonic Age
I am joined by Kit Chapman, Marcus Cribb, Racehl Stark and Beatrice de Graaf as they respectively champion the steam engine, shrapnel, vaccines and state police as the greatest inventions to emerge during the period - remember you can vote for the case you thought was best made on twitter, just search for the relevant tweet @zwhitehistory Support Napoleonicist bookstore: uk.bookshop.org/shop/thenapoleonicist Support on patreon: patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, April 07, 2021
Anti war sentiment in Britain and the poem Eighteen Hundred and Eleven
Emma Clery joins me to discuss the anti-war sentiment in Britain during the Napoleonic Wars, as revealed from studying reactions to the poem Eighteen Hundred and Eleven. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @austeneconomics Patreon: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist You can support this podcast at no extra cost to yourself, while picking up a HUGE discount at Naval and Military press via this link: https://www.naval-military-press.com/?ref=zack.white Poetry and War A Short Reference Guide for The Napoleonicist Simon Bainbridge, British Poetry and the Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars: Visions of Conflict (Oxford University Press, 2003). ----, Napoleon and English Romanticism (Cambridge University Press, 1995). Bernard Beatty and Alicia Laspra Rodríguez, ed. Romanticism, Reaction and Revolution: British Views on Spain, 1814–1823 (Peter Lang, 2019). Betty T. Bennet, British War Poetry in the Age of Romanticism: 1793-1815 (New York, 1976). Available online, revised by Orianne Smith, at: https://romantic-circles.org/editions/warpoetry/index.html Agustín Coletes Blanco and Alicia Laspra Rodríguez, eds. and trans., Libertad frente a Tiranía: Poesía inglesa de la Guerra de la Independencia (1808-1814). Antología bilingüe (Madrid: Fundación Dos de Mayo / Espasa, 2013). E.J. Clery, Eighteen Hundred and Eleven: Poetry, Protest and Economic Crisis (Cambridge University Press, 2017) Jonatan Gonazález, ‘Wordsworth and Spain: The Peninsular War Translated,’ online at: https://wordsworth.org.uk/blog/2015/05/29/wordsworth-and-spain-the-peninsular-war-translated/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, March 31, 2021
Voices from Ireland
To close out Irish month, I reprise the 'Voices' oral history project with a series of readings chosen by listeners covering the experiences of Irish men and women during the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic era. Twitter: @zwhitehistory Patreon: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist You can support this podcast at no extra cost to yourself, while picking up a HUGE discount at Naval and Military press via this link: https://www.naval-military-press.com/?ref=zack.white Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, March 24, 2021
Irish Attitudes to the British Army
I speak to Andy Dorman about Irish attitudes towards the British army during the late 1700s - tales of drunken brawls, and apathy towards soldiers inevitably follow, along with some darker aspects of soldiers' behaviour as well as the contradiction of why Irishmen enlisted in a hated force. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @andydormann Patreon: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist You can support this podcast at no extra cost to yourself, while picking up a HUGE discount at Naval and Military press via this link: https://www.naval-military-press.com/?ref=zack.white Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, March 17, 2021
Wellington's Right Hand Man?: Marshal William Carr Beresford
I speak to Marcus Beresford, distant relative of Marshal William Carr Beresford about the Marshal's life and career. Part of Irish month on The Napoleonicist. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: @zwhitehistory Or support the podcast at no extra cost to yourself when you buy any book at a HUGE discount at Naval & Military press. Just click here & shop as normal: www.naval-military-press.com/?ref=zack.white Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, March 10, 2021
Wellington's Irish Army
I speak to historian Jim Deery about the Irish troops that served in the British Army during the Napoleonic Wars, as we talk drunkenness, religion, and why most of what we think we know just isn't true. Patreon: wwwpatreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @jdeeryjim Or support the podcast at no extra cost to yourself when you buy any book at a HUGE discount at Naval & Military press. Just click here & shop as normal: www.naval-military-press.com/?ref=zack.white Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, March 03, 2021
A Laboratory of Empire? Ireland, Britain and the 1798 Rebellion
I speak to Catriona Kennedy about Ireland's experiences in the run up to the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars, and the Irish Rebellion of 1798. Cleo the cat also make an appearance. Part of Irish month on The Napoleonicist. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: @zwhitehistory Or support the podcast at no extra cost to yourself when you buy any book at a HUGE discount at Naval & Military press. Just click here & shop as normal: www.naval-military-press.com/?ref=zack.white Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, February 17, 2021
Breaking the News: The British Press and the Peninsular War
I delve into how the British press reported on the Peninsular War, covering what they reported, its impact, tackling the question of whether they influenced or reflected popular opinion, and explore how the soldiers reacted. You can support the Napoleonicist at patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter @zwhitehistory Or support the podcast at no extra cost to yourself when you buy any book at a HUGE discount at Naval & Military press. Just click here & shop as normal: www.naval-military-press.com/?ref=zack.white Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, February 03, 2021
Wellington's Forgotten Riflemen - The 5th Battalion 60th Regiment
I speak to Rob Griffith about the men of the 5th/60th - a unit of riflemen who are much less well known that their comrades in the 95th Rifles, but who nonetheless have a rich and vibrant history, and we a unit full of remarkable characters. We discuss insanity, desertion, rank and file becoming Portuguese gentry, and the trials and tribulations of serving in a unit which was not your homeland's. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @Rob_Griffith_ Patreon: patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Or support the podcast at no extra cost to yourself when you buy any book at a HUGE discount at Naval & Military press. Just click here & shop as normal: www.naval-military-press.com/?ref=zack.white Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, January 20, 2021
Napoleon's Means of Motivating his Men
I speak to Malia Ogawa on how Napoleon motivated his men on and off the battlefield in a discussion which ranges from the horrors of war, to oratory, PTSD, and authoritarian rulers. You can support this content, and receive exclusive perks including your name in the credits, and decide on future content at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: @zwhitehistory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, January 06, 2021
Chatham, Walcheren, and 'The Nutter' Popham
I speak to the historian Jacqueline Reiter about her research on William Pitt (Lord Chatham), the disastrous Walcheren expedition, and the incredibly pompous maverick Sir Home Popham. You can support this content, and receive exclusive perks including your name in the credits, and decide on future content at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @latelordchatham Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, December 16, 2020
From Cintra to Salamanca: Shifting Confidence in Wellington's Peninsular Army
Looking at how confidence, morale and xenophobia intertwined in the minds of British soldiers on campaign, I give a taster of some research which I published in Helion's recent book 'Life in the Redcoat'. You can support this podcast, and receive exclusive perks including your name in the credits, and decide on future content at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, December 09, 2020
Reviews Special - Wellington & His Army
In the run up to Christmas, I review three titles that you might want to feature on your Christmas wish list: Rory Muir's Wellington: Path to Victory, S. G. P. Ward's Wellington's Headquarters, and Ron McGuigan and Rob Burnham's Wellington's Brigade Commanders. You can support this podcast on patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, December 02, 2020
The Great Waterloo Controversy & the 52nd Foot
I speak to Gareth Glover about his two recent publications on the 52nd Foot and the Great Waterloo Controversy, discussing why the British Guard doesn't deserve all the glory, why there is a competition to discover more break ins at Hougoumont, and why fans of the Prussians might be angry about his book. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, November 29, 2020
Napoleon's Marshals - Boney's Boys in Spain (Part 2)
I'm joined by Josh Provan as we continue to explore the careers of Napoleon's marshals who fought in the Peninsular War. In this episode Marmont, Jourdan and Suchet are discussed. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @LandOfHistory Join the conversation at www.thenapoleonicwars.net Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, November 25, 2020
Napoleon's Marshals: Boney's Boys in Spain - Part 1
In an epic episode, Josh Provan and I chat about four of Napoleon's marshals who served in Spain: Soult, Victor, Massena and Ney, in the first of a new series exploring the records of all of Napoleon's marshals. Twitter: @zwhitehistory | @LandOfHistory Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Or support the podcast at no extra cost to yourself when you buy any book at a HUGE discount at Naval & Military press. Just click here & shop as normal: www.naval-military-press.com/?ref=zack.white Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, November 22, 2020
Napoleon's Way of Waging Peace
Professor Beatrice de Graaf returns in a brilliant discussion of Napoleon's diplomacy, and how the different nations of Europe struggled to achieve state security both during and immediately after his reign. Twitter: @beatricedegraff | @zwhitehistory Beatrice's book Fighting Terror after Napoleon is available to order from Cambridge University Press online now. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, November 18, 2020
Napoleon's Greatest Battle - Part 2
In the second instalment of 'Napoleon's Greatest Battle', Vanya Bellinger, Marcus Cribb and Will Fletcher join me to make the cases for Arcole, Toulon and Jena-Auerstadt. Part of Napoleon month. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, November 15, 2020
Napoleon the Great Debate
In an epic discussion on a wide range of aspects of Napoleon's rule and reputation, Marcus Cribb and Luke Daly Groves have a passionate, detailed, and respectful debate about the opposing perspectives on the Emperor's life. We also discuss why Napoleon is a bit like ordering a take away! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, November 12, 2020
Napoleon's Greatest Battle - Part 1
In the first of two episodes on Napoleon's greatest battles, I'm joined by Josh Provan, Rachel Stark, Jimmy Chen and Geraint Thatcher as each makes the case for a different engagement deserving the title of Napoleon's greatest. We discuss Rivoli, Austerlitz, Marengo and Berezina, whilst also discussing whether Napoleon was a gambler, how the Pratzen heights were like a piece of cheese, and why fighting morons matters in war. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, November 08, 2020
Napoleon's Way of Waging War
In the second installment of Napoleon month, I speak to Dr William Fletcher about Napoleon's command style, his successes and his flaws, covering everything from tactics to corps systems and grand strategy. You can also watch the interview for free on Youtube here: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, November 04, 2020
Napoleon's Life and Reputation
In the first instalment of 'Napoleon month', I explore Napoleon's life, and dig into some of the myths, controversies and subtleties, whilst offering my own views on his actions, and his reputation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, October 21, 2020
The Battle of Znaim: 1809's Forgotten Battle
In this extended special, I speak to John Gill, author of 'The Battle of Znaim: Napoleon, The Habsburgs and the end of the War of 1809', about the significance of this forgotten battle, and what actually happened. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, October 07, 2020
Wellington's Greatest Victory? - The Lines of Torres
I speak to Peninsular War historian Mark Thompson, and Chairman of the Friends of the Lines of Torres Vedras about the significance of the fortifications in defeating the third French invasion of Portugal, the controversies surrounding their construction, and the efforts that are going on to restore the lines and educate people about their significance. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, September 23, 2020
Napoleonic surgery, medicine & the human cost of war
Michael Crumplin, historian, surgeon and author of 'Men of Steel' and 'Waterloo: After the Glory', joins me to discuss Napoleonic Era surgery, medicine, and surviving illness. We also talk Master & Commander, and why Wellington was a great medic. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, September 09, 2020
Napoleon, theatre & censorship
I speak to Clare Siviter about theatre during the French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars, power plays (in many senses) and the subtle realities of censorship. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, August 26, 2020
Wellington and the Scum of the Earth
In an extended episode, I explore the origins, realities and complexities of the infamous comment from the Duke of Wellington that his men were 'the scum of the earth'. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, July 22, 2020
The Battle of Salamanca: A wasted victory?
On the 208th anniversary of the Battle of Salamanca, I explore the events surrounding that crucial event and explore the real legacy of a battle which was arguably one of Wellington's best fought actions. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, July 08, 2020
Cartoons of Conquest: British caricatures and popular interest in the Peninsular War
I explore the rich and beautiful world of caricatures produced in Britain during the Peninsular War, exploring their creation, appeal and what they reveal about popular attitudes towards the conflict. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, June 19, 2020
Waterloo Remembered: Thank yous & credits
I pay my dues to all the amazing people who have made Waterloo Remembered happen. ❤️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, June 18, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield: 41 - Wellington
The Duke of Wellington's letter to Lord Aberdeen informing him of Alexander Gordon's death. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, June 18, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield: 40 - Charles Bell
Surgeon Sir Charles Bell, on the aftermath of the battle of Waterloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, June 18, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield: 39 - Cavalier Mercer
Artillery officer cavalier Mercer describing his experiences at Waterloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, June 18, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield: 38 - Major George Baring
Major George Baring on the defence of La Haye Sainte by the KGL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, June 18, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield: 37 - Grouchy
Grouchy's report on his actions during the Waterloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, June 18, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield: 36 - Clausewitz
Carl Von Clausewitz, who fought at Wavre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, June 18, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield: 35 - Epoliques de Moduis
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Thu, June 18, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield: 34 - Jacques Francois Martin
Lieutenant Jacques Francois Martin who was in D'Erlon's corps at Waterloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, June 18, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield: 33 - Major Busgen
Major Busgen of the Nassau regiment. One of the defenders of Hougoumont. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, June 18, 2020
Waterloo Remembered: Roll of Honour
Marking the 205th anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo, Marcus Cribb and I read 205 names of those killed at Waterloo, drawn from the British, King's German Legion, Prussian and French armies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, June 18, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield: 32 - Civilians
A selection of accounts showing the experience of civilians during the Waterloo campaign Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, June 18, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield: 31 - The Waterloo Despatch
The Duke of Wellington's Waterloo Despatch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, June 17, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield 30 - French poem
French poem about Waterloo read by Catriona Seth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, June 17, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield 29 - Thomas Jeremiah
Royal Welch Fusilier Private Thomas Jeremiah's account of Waterloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, June 17, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield 28 - Edward Cochrane Frith
Edward Cochrane Firth's account of Waterloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, June 17, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield 27 - George Levan
Chaplain George Levan and his impact in supporting soldiers after the Waterloo campaign Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, June 17, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield 26 - The Prince of Orange
William Prince of Orange's letter to his parents written immediately after Waterloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, June 17, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield 25 - Frances Burney
Frances Burney's account of the civilian experience in Brussels during the Waterloo campaign Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, June 17, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield 24 - Edward Cotton
Edward Cotton, who fought at Waterloo and later became a battlefield guide. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, June 17, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield 23 - Frederick Lindau
KGL soldier Frederick Lindau's account of the defence of La Hate Sainte at Waterloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, June 17, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield 22 - Jonathan Leach
Rifle officer Jonathan Leach's account of Waterloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, June 17, 2020
Waterloo Remembered Day 13: Winning the Peace?
I speak to Beatrice De Graaf and Jacqueline Reiter about the aftermath of Waterloo and it's political and cultural legacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, June 17, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield 21 - Miguel Alava
Miguel Alava relates his perspective on the Battle of Waterloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, June 16, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield 20 - Ross Lewin
Ross Lewin's account of the Waterloo campaign Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, June 16, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield 19 - Prussian Voices
Blucher and an anonymous Prussian officer relate their immediate reactions to the Waterloo campaign Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, June 16, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield 18 - Captain Robineau
French Captain Robineau's account of the Waterloo campaign Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, June 16, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield 17 - Lady De Lancey
Lady De Lancey relating the death of her husband following his wounds at Waterloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, June 16, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield 16 - Private O'Neill
Private O'Neill's account of the Waterloo campaign Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, June 16, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield 15 - Coignet
French Captain Courtney's account of Waterloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, June 16, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield 14 - James Anton
James Anton's account of Waterloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, June 16, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield 13 - George Simmons
Rifle officer George Simmons's account of Waterloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, June 16, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield 12 - Anonymous British soldier
An anonymous account from a soldier in the British 42nd regiment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, June 16, 2020
Voices from the Battlefield 11 - John Scott
Triangle player John Scott's account of the Waterloo campaign Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 15, 2020
Waterloo Remembered: Voices from the Battlefield 10 - Carl Jacobi
Carl Jacobi's account of Waterloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 15, 2020
Waterloo Remembered: Voices from the Battlefield 9 - Marshal Ney
Marshal Ney defending his actions throughout the Waterloo campaign. Due to technical issues this extract had to be read by Zack White, rather than the intended reader. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 15, 2020
Waterloo Remembered: Voices from the Battlefield 8 - Anonymous French source
Due to technical issues, this extract had to be read by Zack White, rather than the planned speaker. It comes from an anonymous French account dated simply Paris, 20th June Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 15, 2020
Waterloo Remembered: Voices from the Battlefield 7 - Henry Bradford
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Mon, June 15, 2020
Waterloo Remembered: Voices from the Battlefield 6 - John Kincaid
Rifle officer John Kincaid's account of the Battle of Waterloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 15, 2020
Waterloo Remembered: Voices from the Battlefield 4 - 12 Light Dragoons
Two extracts relating different perspectives of the experience of one unit, the British 12 Light Dragoons at Waterloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 15, 2020
Waterloo Remembered: Voices from the Battlefield 3 William Lawrence
British soldier William Lawrence on Waterloo, taken from his dictated biography. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 15, 2020
Waterloo Remembered: Voices from the Battlefield 2 Juana Smith
Juana Smith, wife of rifle officer Harry Smith, searching for her husband after the battle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 15, 2020
Waterloo Remembered: Voices from the Battlefield 1 - Thomas Creevey
Thomas Creevey speaks to Wellington before and after Waterloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 15, 2020
Waterloo Remembered Day 11: The Mechanics of War & Command at Waterloo
In the penultimate interview of the series, Will Fletcher joins me to discuss the command styles of Napoleon, Blucher and Wellington, and the role of staff officers in the outcome of the campaign. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, June 14, 2020
Waterloo Remembered: Voices from the Battlefield 5 - Victor Hugo
A reading of Victor Hugo's account of the attack on Hougoumont, in Les Miserables. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, June 14, 2020
Waterloo Remembered Day 10: Mythbusting Waterloo
Historians Gareth Glover and Andrew Field join me to explode some of the most popular myths about the battle and the wider Waterloo campaign. What do we think we know that never happened? Could Napoleon ever have won? Was Waterloo irrelevant? All this and more feature, as we gear up for the start of Voices from the Battlefield and the Waterloo Remembered live tweets tomorrow. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, June 13, 2020
Waterloo Remembered: Day 9 - Waterloo: The Forgotten Battle?
I speak to Marcus Cribb (manager of Apsley House) and Rob Pocock (manager of Campaigns and Culture battlefield tour company) about museums, monuments and memory when it comes to Waterloo, exploring what we tend to forget about the battle. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, June 12, 2020
Waterloo Remembered Day 8: Why does Waterloo matter?
In a shorter episode today, I offer some thoughts on why Waterloo remains important, (as well as roasting myself!) in order to kick-start a wider discussion online. Remember to get involved on twitter, or at www.thenapoleonicwars.net/forum Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, June 11, 2020
Waterloo Remembered Day 7: Turning Fact into Fiction
In this installment I speak to Lynn Bryant, author of the Peninsular War saga novels about the challenges and joys of writing novels set in this period. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, June 10, 2020
Waterloo Remembered Day 6: Battlefield Archaeology - Waterloo Uncovered
In a poignant and humbling interview, I speak to archaeologist Dr Stuart Eve and UK armed forces veteran Ben Mead, both from the charity Waterloo Uncovered, which aims to provide rehabilitation to veterans by involving them in archaeological digs on the battlefield. We discuss what the project has discovered, team camaraderie on the dig, and how you can help if someone you know is struggling with their mental health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, June 09, 2020
Waterloo Remembered: Day 5 - A Soldiers Life for Me?
Today I speak to Prof Ed Coss about life for soldiers during this period, what motivated them, how they coped in battle, and why they joined the army in the first place. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 08, 2020
Waterloo Remembered Day 4: Forgotten Foreign Forces - Prussia
In the final installment of the Forgotten Foreign Forces triple bill, I speak to Vanya Bellinger about the vital role that Prussia played in the Waterloo campaign, and why their involvement has often been downplayed. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, June 07, 2020
Waterloo Remembered Day 3: Forgotten Foreign Forces - Spain
In the second interview in a triple bill on some of the Forgotten Foreign Forces that were involved in the War of the Seventh Coalition, I speak to Prof. Alicia Laspra about Spain during the conflict, the way in which Spain was forgotten by other European countries, and how the Spanish remember Wellington and Waterloo. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, June 06, 2020
Waterloo Remembered Day 2: Forgotten Foreign Forces - The King's German Legion
In the first of a triple bill of interviews on forgotten foreign forces from the Waterloo campaign, I speak to Hailey Stewart from the University of North Texas on the role that the King's German Legion and Brunswick troops played. Part of the #WaterlooRemembered series. Remember to post your questions and comments in the forum at thenapoleonicwars.net or on Twitter using the #WaterlooRemembered Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, June 05, 2020
Waterloo: What's the real story?
#WaterlooRemembered Day 1. As the fortnight of commemorations kicks off, I look at the what happened in the Waterloo campaign, and point out some key areas of debate, setting the scene for the interviews that are coming over the next fortnight. Remember to join the discussion in the forum at thenapoleonicwars.net, where you will find a full schedule of releases for Waterloo Remembered, or on Twitter using #WaterlooRemembered. Episode 2, out on 6th June, will explore some of the forgotten foreign forces in the conflict. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, May 20, 2020
The French Revolution: Where did it start to go wrong?
I explore the origins of the French Revolution, and how the French government descended into chaos, as well as making a special announcement about Waterloo Remembered.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicistTwitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistoryYoutube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, May 01, 2020
Wellington's Unknown Warriors: The Life, Death & Reburial of the Bones of Burgos
Showing that dead men do actually tell tales, this podcast explains the significance of the discovery of the remains of six soldiers killed at the siege of Burgos during the Peninsular War, and the efforts to see these men's remains analysed and given the proper burial that they deserve. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, April 15, 2020
The Curious Case of Badajoz: The aftermath of British sieges in the Peninsular War
I explore one of the more controversial topics of the Peninsular War, as I examine the looting, murder and rape which British soldiers committed after each of the major sieges of the conflict. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, April 08, 2020
Plunder, Provost & Punishment - Discipline under Wellington
In a surprise addition to the schedule, I talk a little about my current research on crime and punishment in the British Army at the start of the nineteenth century. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, April 01, 2020
1. What's with the name: Rebranding the Napoleonic Wars
I explore some of the alternatives to calling the conflict 'The Napoleonic Wars'. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, March 11, 2020
The Napoleonicist: The Trailer!
Ahead of the launch of the first proper episode in April 2020, I outline what the deal is with this new podcast on the French Revolution and Napoleonic Era. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicist Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistory Youtube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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