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Making of the British Empire (A.D. 1714-1832)

Arthur Hassall 1 Episodes Jul 11, 2026

This podcast explores the development of the British Empire from 1714 to the end of the Napoleonic Wars. It covers key figures like Sir Robert Walpole, Lord Clive, and William Pitt, and discusses the empire's expansion through the Seven Years' War and the loss of the American colonies. The narrative highlights the British navy's dominance and the empire's global reach by the early 19th century.

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Making of the British Empire AD 1714-1832 - Arthur Hassall Jul 11, 2026 19395 At its height, the British Empire was the largest in history. This short volume traces its development through the long 18th century, from 1714 to the end of the Napoleonic Wars. Founded on the prosperity of Sir Robert Walpole's ministry (1721-1742), the Empire emerged from the Indian conquests of that gifted military amateur, Lord Clive, and was extended under the leadership of William Pitt, Earl

Making of the British Empire (A.D. 1714-1832)

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