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Duke of Wellington

May 8, 2023

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Episode notes

Introduction

2min

Wellington and the British Army

4min

Wellington's Military Career

6min

Wellington Never Lost a Battle as a General

2min

Wellington's Mentality

3min

Wellington's Scum of the Earth Comment

4min

Wellington's Backhanded Compliments to the British Army

3min

Kate Spade's Mother's Day Gift Guide

2min

How Arthur Wellesley Became the Duke of Wellington

5min

10.

Napoleon's Battle of Telavera

3min

11.

Wellington's Triumph at Talevera

3min

12.

Wellington: A General, Military Leader and a Bloody Successful One

2min

13.

Wellington's Success as Prime Minister

4min

14.

Wellington's Opposition to Universal Suffrage

2min

15.

Wellington's Private Life

4min

16.

Wellington's Death at War Mercassel in September

2min

17.

The History of War

2min

Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, was a soldier, statesman, and prominent political figure who served the United Kingdom twice as Prime Minister. He is known to many as a successful defensive general, but what about when he was on the offensive? In this episode, we explore the life, career, and death of Wellington. James is once again accompanied by Historian and presenter Zack White as they delve into the complex life of Wellington - debunking myths, exploring his life, legacy, and controversies.

First published September 2021

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First published September 24th, 2021