Gary Girod, host of The French History Podcast, joins the show to discuss the hypothetical scenario of the French monarchy staying in control after the French Revolutionary Wars. They explore the potential impact on Europe, including the fate of Napoleon and North America. They also delve into the influence of the French Revolution on America, the War of 1812, and the issue of slavery. The chapter concludes by speculating on the consequences for Europe in the 1800s if the French Revolution had failed.