Who was Napoleon Bonaparte? What was his legacy on history? And why, more than 200 years later, does the conflict which he gave his name to still matter? Join award-winning Napoleonic historians Dr Zack White, Dr Luke Reynolds, Liam Telfer and Josh Redden as they host Europe's leading show devoted to the American War of Independence, French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars. From interviews with leading researchers, to deep dive debates on some of the big questions of the period, this show is ideal for those who want to start building their knowledge of what happened in this period of history, or want to deepen their understanding. With everything from the military history, to the political intrigue, the plight of ordinary men and women, and the way we remember these wars, we leave no stone unturned as we bring all the angles on this fascinating period of history. Get bonus content, online courses, exclusive chances to meet historians and more at: https://www.patreon.com/c/thenapoleonicwarspod
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Exploring the nature of authoritarianism from the late 18th century to the 19th century, focusing on figures like Napoleon, George III, and the American founders, Jackson van Uden joins us to talk about tyranny in the Napoleonic age. The discussion delves into definitions, historical examples, gender and race influences, and the evolution of political power and repression. Listen to the History with Jackson Podcast at: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/history-with-jackson/id1558691645 Timestamps: 00:00 The Nature of Government in the Napoleonic Era 03:01 Understanding Authoritarianism and Its Evolution 06:08 The Republican Autocracy Debate 09:12 Gender Dynamics in Authoritarian Leadership 12:13 Democracy: A Dangerous Experiment? 14:56 The American Democratic Experiment: Plutocracy or Democracy? 17:51 Framing Tyranny: Jefferson's Narrative 24:14 Scapegoating the Monarchy: King George as the Villain 29:28 The Burden of Kingship: George III's Struggles 30:31 Napoleon: The Authoritarian Innovator 34:50 Countering Authoritarianism: Humor and Propaganda 37:02 Censorship vs. Freedom of Expression 39:40 The Evolution of Censorship and Control 44:59 Repression and Its Varied Experiences 54:01 Political Visions: Continuity and Change Keywords: authoritarianism, Napoleon, George III, American Revolution, democracy, tyranny, political power, history, 18th century, 19th century