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The Rest Is HistoryDec 5, 2022

273: Portugal: The Carnation Revolution

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Frustrate Their Navistrix
Ben Pimlott

What it completely captures is that sense that you get in revolution.

the last day of Rob Spierre's life
Colin Jones

what's great about it is that unlike most accounts of the French Revolution, it doesn't assume the narrative.

Portugal in the future

He wrote a book called Portugal in the future.

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In today's World Cup episode, Tom and Dominic return to the history of Portugal to discuss military coups, defence of dictatorship, Castro in Cuba, and the creation of a post-Salazar state. Join The Rest Is History Club (www.restishistorypod.com) for 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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Frustrate Their Navistrix
Ben Pimlott

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the last day of Rob Spierre's life
Colin Jones

The host mentions Colin Jones's book to highlight its unique approach to the French Revolution, particularly the chao…

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The host mentions 'Portugal in the future' to highlight the perspective of General Spinola, who criticized the ongoin…

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  • The conversation centers on French Revolution narrative.
  • A second recurring theme is Portuguese military discontent.
  • Referenced books include Frustrate Their Navistrix by Ben Pimlott and the last day of Rob Spierre's life by Colin Jones.
  • The strongest audience signal points to Readers interested in historical revolutions and political chaos and Readers interested in historical analysis and revolutionary studies..
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Frustrate Their Navistrix
Ben Pimlott
Best for Readers interested in historical revolutions and political chaosOften cited around Portuguese Revolution account

“Ben Pimlott wrote a journal of the Portuguese Revolution, which you can find in his book, Frustrate Their Navistrix. It captures the sense of chaos during the revolution.”

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: Readers interested in historical revolutions and political chaos
Key quote: “What it completely captures is that sense that you get in revolution.”
The host mentions Ben Pimlott's book 'Frustrate Their Navistrix' as a significant account of the chaos during the Portuguese Revolution. The book captures the uncertainty and confusion of the time through Pimlott's youthful perspective as he navigates the tumultuous streets of Lisbon.
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Colin Jones
Best for Readers interested in historical analysis and revolutionary studies.Often cited around French Revolution narrative

“Colin Jones wrote a book about the last day of Rob Spierre's life and the end of the terror that came out about two years ago.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Readers interested in historical analysis and revolutionary studies.
Key quote: “what's great about it is that unlike most accounts of the French Revolution, it doesn't assume the narrative.”
The host mentions Colin Jones's book to highlight its unique approach to the French Revolution, particularly the chaos and uncertainty of that period. Unlike traditional narratives, it presents events in the present tense, allowing readers to experience the unpredictability of the time.
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Portugal in the future
Best for Historians and political science studentsOften cited around Portuguese military discontent

“He wrote a book called Portugal in the future when he came back saying, let's get out of Africa. This, this is a disaster.”

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Sentiment: Critical Analysis
For: Historians and political science students
Key quote: “He wrote a book called Portugal in the future.”
The host mentions 'Portugal in the future' to highlight the perspective of General Spinola, who criticized the ongoing colonial wars and advocated for a change in regime. His ideas resonated with a group of discontented junior officers, ultimately contributing to a significant political shift in Portugal.
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Frustrate Their Navistrix
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What it completely captures is that sense that you get in revolution.
the last day of Rob Spierre's life
The Rest Is History · 37:56
what's great about it is that unlike most accounts of the French Revolution, it doesn't assume the narrative.
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He wrote a book called Portugal in the future.
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The Failed Revolution

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“The speaker mentions a film called The Failed Revolution, which involves a scene with nuzzling a woman on a floor strewn with carnations.”

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