A Dutch fleet stuck in the ice. A group of French soldiers sent to capture it. What could go wrong? The French Revolutionary Wars lasted a decade, but their strangest moment may have lasted just […]
This introduction to the political situation in India during the time period surrounding our beloved series comes from author Lauren Willig, who blogs at History Hoydens. As for India, well… I think we all know what kind […]
Ship losses during the Revolutionary War from 1793 through to late 1802 are very revealing as to the strength of the British navy. Although the French and Spanish were the main adversaries the British also […]
Today is Bastille Day, the 221st anniversary of the storming of the Bastille. While there had been dissent and even revolutionary action in France for some months prior, the storming of the Bastille was really […]
Throughout the majority of our beloved series (not to mention the majority of Jack and Stephen’s adult lives), England is at war with France. The series and real-life events intersect at some key points, but […]
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