243. Trafalgar: A World at War (Part 1)

NAM Roger

NAM Roger, who's a book, The Command of the Ocean is a brilliant, I mean, it's the definitive history of the emergence of the Royal Navy.

Adam Nicholson

Adam Nicholson, who wrote a brilliant book, Men of Honour, about Trafalgar, calls it the most effective maritime killing machine in the world.

I read a book called the Slush Fund and I think it's a really good book.

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Was the Battle of Trafalgar the most decisive battle of the 19th century? Join Tom and Dominic as they embark on a three part series discussing this incredible conflict between the British Royal Navy and combined fleets of the French and Spanish navies, focusing in this episode on the distrust of standing armies vs the Royal Navy, advanced technology used for the first time during Trafalgar, and the martyr-like status of Horatio Nelson, who led the British to victory. To get the two remaining episodes of the Trafalgar trilogy right now, just become a member of The Rest Is History Club - you'll also get ad-free listening to the full archive, weekly bonus episodes, live streamed shows and access to an exclusive chatroom community. *The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*: Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia! Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook

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NAM Roger

The host mentions 'The Command of the Ocean' by NAM Roger as a definitive history of the Royal Navy's emergence, part…

Adam Nicholson

The host mentions 'Men of Honour' to highlight the significance of the Royal Navy in the context of the Battle of Tra…

The host mentioned the book 'the Slush Fund' while discussing the origins of the phrase and its connection to the Roy…

great history

NAM Rogers

The host mentions NAM Rogers' book 'Great History' to illustrate the aggressive ethos of the Royal Navy and how it sh…

Heart of Oak

The host mentioned 'Heart of Oak' to highlight its significance as an anthem of the Royal Navy, particularly in relat…

the novels of

Patrick O'Brien

The host mentioned the novels of Patrick O'Brien in the context of discussing the significance of the Battle of Trafa…

Candide

Voltaire

The host mentions Voltaire's 'Candide' to highlight a famous quote about British admirals being executed to encourage…

Empire of the Deep

Ben Wilson

The host mentioned 'Empire of the Deep' to provide context about the origins of the phrase 'slush fund' and its conne…

origins of slush fund(2)Trafalgar and naval history(2)Royal Navy aggression(1)Royal Navy logistics and health(1)Trafalgar and naval power(1)Voltaire and British Navy(1)

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NAM Roger

Best for Historians and readers interested in naval historyOften cited around Royal Navy logistics and health

“NAM Roger, who's a book, The Command of the Ocean is a brilliant, I mean, it's the definitive history of the emergence of the Royal Navy.”

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended

Trigger: Royal Navy logistics and health

For: Historians and readers interested in naval history

Key quote: “NAM Roger, who's a book, The Command of the Ocean is a brilliant, I mean, it's the definitive history of the emergence of the Royal Navy.”

The host mentions 'The Command of the Ocean' by NAM Roger as a definitive history of the Royal Navy's emergence, particularly highlighting its impact on public health and industrialization. The book provides insights into how the Royal Navy's practices influenced broader societal developments in Britain.

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Adam Nicholson

Best for History enthusiasts and those interested in naval warfareOften cited around Trafalgar and naval power

“Adam Nicholson, who wrote a brilliant book, Men of Honour, about Trafalgar, calls it the most effective maritime killing machine in the world.”

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended

Trigger: Trafalgar and naval power

For: History enthusiasts and those interested in naval warfare

Key quote: “Adam Nicholson, who wrote a brilliant book, Men of Honour, about Trafalgar, calls it the most effective maritime killing machine in the world.”

The host mentions 'Men of Honour' to highlight the significance of the Royal Navy in the context of the Battle of Trafalgar and its broader implications for British imperial power. The book provides a detailed exploration of how the Royal Navy evolved into a dominant maritime force, which is crucial for understanding Britain's historical narrative.

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Key quote: “I read a book called the Slush Fund and I think it's a really good book.”

The host mentioned the book 'the Slush Fund' while discussing the origins of the phrase and its connection to the Royal Navy. He believes the book provides valuable insights into historical terminology and its relevance today.

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NAM Rogers

Best for History enthusiasts and military strategistsOften cited around Royal Navy aggression

“NAM Rogers is referenced for his great history that discusses the risks British captains faced regarding aggression and naval engagement.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: Royal Navy aggression

For: History enthusiasts and military strategists

Key quote: “Basically says that it's every British captain goes to see an admiral knowing that if they don't attack, if they're not aggressive, if they don't adopt a policy of kind of dramatic engagement, they face the risk of being executed on the deck of their own ship.”

The host mentions NAM Rogers' book 'Great History' to illustrate the aggressive ethos of the Royal Navy and how it shaped naval tactics during the 19th century. The book highlights the consequences of inaction for British captains, emphasizing the culture of aggression that was cultivated to intimidate their opponents.

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Heart of Oak

Best for History enthusiasts and naval history buffsOften cited around Trafalgar and naval history

“That's Heart of Oak, written in 1759 after the Battle of Quiberon Bay, and sung a few hours aboard the Victory before the Great Battle of Trafalgar in 1805.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: Trafalgar and naval history

For: History enthusiasts and naval history buffs

Key quote: “So, Tom, Holland, that's Heart of Oak, written in 1759 after the Battle of Quiberon Bay, and sung a few hours aboard the Victory before the Great Battle of Trafalgar in 1805.”

The host mentioned 'Heart of Oak' to highlight its significance as an anthem of the Royal Navy, particularly in relation to the Battle of Trafalgar. This context sets the stage for a deeper exploration of naval history and the epic narratives surrounding it.

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Patrick O'Brien

Best for Readers interested in naval history and epic storytelling.Often cited around Trafalgar and naval history

“Because this is in the context of the novels of Patrick O'Brien that you refused to read.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: Trafalgar and naval history

For: Readers interested in naval history and epic storytelling.

Key quote: “I think this is an absolutely thrilling story.”

The host mentioned the novels of Patrick O'Brien in the context of discussing the significance of the Battle of Trafalgar. They express a newfound appreciation for the storytelling in O'Brien's works, which capture the epic nature of British naval history.

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Candide

Voltaire

Best for History enthusiasts and students of naval warfareOften cited around Voltaire and British Navy

“Voltaire's 'Candide' is mentioned in relation to the English practice of executing admirals to encourage others, highlighting a historical perspective on naval discipline.”

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Sentiment: Passing Reference

Trigger: Voltaire and British Navy

For: History enthusiasts and students of naval warfare

Key quote: “He says in Candide that the English execute admirals to encourage the others, pour encourager les autres.”

The host mentions Voltaire's 'Candide' to highlight a famous quote about British admirals being executed to encourage others. This reference serves to illustrate the aggressive ethos of the Royal Navy during the time of Admiral Nelson.

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Empire of the Deep

Ben Wilson

Best for History enthusiasts and those interested in naval terminologyOften cited around origins of slush fund

“The book discusses the Royal Navy and includes a section on various naval phrases and their origins.”

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Trigger: origins of slush fund

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Key quote: “I read a book called Empire of the Deep by Ben Wilson all about the Royal Navy and he has this wonderful section where he talks about...”

The host mentioned 'Empire of the Deep' to provide context about the origins of the phrase 'slush fund' and its connection to the Royal Navy. The book offers insights into naval history and the language that has evolved from it.

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The Command of the Ocean

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NAM Roger, who's a book, The Command of the Ocean is a brilliant, I mean, it's the definitive history of the emergence of the Royal Navy.

Men of Honour

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Adam Nicholson, who wrote a brilliant book, Men of Honour, about Trafalgar, calls it the most effective maritime killing machine in the world.

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I read a book called the Slush Fund and I think it's a really good book.

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