Emma Hart
Roy F. and Jeanette P. Nichols Professor of American History and the Richard S. Dunn Director of the McNeil Centre for Early American Studies at the University of Pennsylvania. She is an expert in 18th century history.
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Jul 1, 2025 • 1h 5min
The Seven Years War
Dr. Emma Hart, a distinguished historian specializing in 18th-century America, joins Dan to unravel the intricacies of the Seven Years' War. They discuss its significance as the first world war and how it set the stage for the rise of the British Empire. The conversation highlights the complex alliances, especially between European powers and Indigenous peoples, and pivotal battles like the one on the Plains of Abraham. They also delve into the war's lasting consequences, including territorial shifts and the brewing tensions that foreshadowed future conflicts.
Jun 9, 2025 • 1h 3min
Britain vs France in America: The First World War?
Professor Emma Hart, an expert in 18th-century history, joins Dan Snow to dissect the Seven Years' War, often termed the first world war. They delve into the intricate dynamics between British and French forces in North America, and the pivotal role of Indigenous alliances. Hart illuminates how the conflict reshaped colonial ambitions and impacted future relations, especially in the Ohio Valley. The discussion also touches on military strategies, key victories, and the Treaty of Paris's far-reaching implications, setting the stage for the American Revolutionary War.
