Rob Smith

Rob Smith, a knowledgeable London tour guide and local historian, dives into the fascinating origins of the Royal Navy. He discusses Henry VIII’s ambitions, leading to the grand naval dockyard at Woolwich and groundbreaking ships like the Henry Grace à Dieu. Discover tales of the skilled workforce behind Tudor shipbuilding, the dramatic rise and fall of naval power, and how infrastructure innovations paved the way for Britain’s maritime supremacy. Rob also shares intriguing anecdotes from Samuel Pepys’ inspections, making history come alive with vivid detail!