Emma Hart

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.