The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg The Men of the 20th Century Lost the Plot | Interview: Andrew Lambert
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Nov 13, 2025 
In this engaging discussion, Andrew Lambert, a prominent naval historian and Lawton Professor at King’s College London, shares insights from his book, No More Napoleons. He explores how Britain's naval strategy shaped Europe post-Waterloo, emphasizing offshore balancing and the moral complexities of British policy. Lambert contrasts maritime cultures with land empires, highlighting why some nations struggle to become sea powers. They also discuss the evolution of naval technology and its implications for modern diplomacy, drawing lessons for today's geopolitical landscape.
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Bankrupt, Don't Befriend, Your Rival
- To discipline a rival continental power, target and crush its economy rather than fight its armies directly.
- Use financial and technological leverage as preferred weapons to impose costs without mass mobilization.
Money As A Force Multiplier
- Britain often subsidized continental coalitions rather than deploy mass armies itself.
- Financial primacy let Britain build alliances and influence outcomes without large manpower commitments.
Belgium As A Strategic Tripwire
- The 1839 Belgian neutrality guarantee became a durable British instrument to deter continental aggression.
- Britain used diplomatic tripwires to create moral and strategic obligations that constrained rivals.
