IMHO, the Revolutionary/Napoleonic wars were crucial in driving the Industrial Revolution here, and retarding it in France and the Netherlands. From 1808-14, we produced a million muskets, for delive… (View Post)
It’s got everything. The pathos of the young officers dancing at the Duchess of Richmond’s ball, most of whom will be dead in 48 hours. The ball itself being interrupted by the news of Napoleon drivi… (View Post)