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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In a world where Nelson dominates discussion of the Royal Navy during the Napoleonic era, arguably more significant figues have been pushed to the sidelines. In this episode, we explore the fascinating career of John Jervis, Earl of St. Vincent, and his role in the Napoleonic Wars. Join us as we delve into his early life, naval career, personality, and the myths surrounding his legacy, with insights from historian Evan Wilson. Evan's books: https://boydellandbrewer.com/book/a-social-history-of-british-naval-officers-1775-1815-9781783271740/?v=7885444af42e https://www.abebooks.co.uk/9781625347336/Horrible-Peace-British-Veterans-End-1625347332/plp Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Keywords Napoleonic Wars, John Jervis, Earl of St. Vincent, naval history, Evan Wilson, biography, British Navy, maritime strategy Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction to the Napoleonic Navy and John Jarvis 03:11 The Early Life of John Jarvis 05:56 The Myths and Realities of Jarvis's Early Career 08:47 The Role of Patronage in Jarvis's Naval Career 12:03 Jarvis's Path to Becoming a Lieutenant 15:14 The Influence of Key Figures in Jarvis's Career 18:11 Jarvis's Experiences in the West Indies 20:55 The Transition to Lieutenant and Early Naval Actions 23:58 The Quebec Expedition and Emerging Myths 26:46 Personality Traits and Early Reputation of Jarvis 35:17 The Complexity of Historical Figures 37:12 The Quebec Campaign: A Naval Perspective 43:37 Myths and Realities of Jarvis's Role 45:12 Jarvis's Command Style and Leadership 53:10 The American War of Independence: Jarvis's Contributions 01:05:05 Jarvis's Rise to Prominence