Hanging with History

1795 1796 Naval Campaigns


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We cover some of the heroic events that increased pride and self confidence of the Royal Navy:  Pellew's defeat of a 74 with 2 frigates and Cornwallis' Retreat.  

We also have Richery's expedition which demonstrates the capabilities of the French.  They were not always incompetent.

The 1795 Great Winter Campaign, the Battle of the Groix and the 1796 attempted invasion of Bantry Bay are the core events of this episode.

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Hanging with HistoryBy Harald Hansen

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