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

“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.”

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

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

“The speaker mentions reading a book called 'the Slush Fund' while discussing the origins of the phrase.”

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

“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.”

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

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