The Napoleonic Wars Podcast
Who was Napoleon Bonaparte? What was his legacy on history? And why, more than 200 years later, does the conflict which he gave his name to still matter?
Join award-winning Napoleonic historians Dr Zack White, Dr Luke Reynolds, Liam Telfer and Josh Redden as they host Europe's leading show devoted to the American War of Independence, French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars.
From interviews with leading researchers, to deep dive debates on some of the big questions, this show is ideal for those who want to start building their knowledge deepen their understanding of the period.
Latest episodes
Sep 9, 2020 • 1h 1min
Napoleon, theatre & censorship
I speak to Clare Siviter about theatre during the French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars, power plays (in many senses) and the subtle realities of censorship.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicistTwitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistoryYoutube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 26, 2020 • 1h 13min
Wellington and the Scum of the Earth
In an extended episode, I explore the origins, realities and complexities of the infamous comment from the Duke of Wellington that his men were 'the scum of the earth'.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicistTwitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistoryYoutube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 22, 2020 • 50min
The Battle of Salamanca: A wasted victory?
On the 208th anniversary of the Battle of Salamanca, I explore the events surrounding that crucial event and explore the real legacy of a battle which was arguably one of Wellington's best fought actions.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicistTwitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistoryYoutube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 8, 2020 • 47min
Cartoons of Conquest: British caricatures and popular interest in the Peninsular War
I explore the rich and beautiful world of caricatures produced in Britain during the Peninsular War, exploring their creation, appeal and what they reveal about popular attitudes towards the conflict.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicistTwitter: https://twitter.com/ZwhiteHistoryYoutube: The Napoleonicist - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 19, 2020 • 15min
Waterloo Remembered: Thank yous & credits
I pay my dues to all the amazing people who have made Waterloo Remembered happen. ❤️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 18, 2020 • 6min
Voices from the Battlefield: 41 - Wellington
The Duke of Wellington's letter to Lord Aberdeen informing him of Alexander Gordon's death. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 18, 2020 • 14min
Voices from the Battlefield: 40 - Charles Bell
Surgeon Sir Charles Bell, on the aftermath of the battle of Waterloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 18, 2020 • 15min
Voices from the Battlefield: 39 - Cavalier Mercer
Artillery officer cavalier Mercer describing his experiences at Waterloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 18, 2020 • 7min
Voices from the Battlefield: 38 - Major George Baring
Major George Baring on the defence of La Haye Sainte by the KGL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 18, 2020 • 8min
Voices from the Battlefield: 37 - Grouchy
Grouchy's report on his actions during the Waterloo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
