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The Lion and the Eagle: Nelson’s Duel with Napoleon and the Dawn of Total War
In the shadow of a looming French invasion, Lord Nelson emerges as the only man capable of thwarting Napoleon's grand designs. As the conflict escalates into a total war for Britain's survival, Nelson embarks on a legendary 22-month pursuit across the Atlantic. This journey reveals the grueling realities of naval blockades and the personal toll of being a nation's savior, setting the stage for a final, fateful confrontation at Trafalgar.
8 min read
// The Rest Is History
The Siren of Naples: Admiral Nelson and the Architecture of a Historical Scandal
Admiral Horatio Nelson arrived in Naples a hero but left it a scandal-ridden commander entangled in a web of sex, violence, and betrayal. His fateful meeting with Emma Hamilton and the vengeful Queen Maria Carolina led to a breach of honor that saw thousands of prisoners betrayed and executed in the Bay of Naples. This episode explores how Britain's greatest hero succumbed to the seductions of a volcanic city and the dark reprisals that nearly destroyed his legacy.
9 min read

last updated Oct 23, 2025