Portrait of Lord Melvyn Bragg, host of In Our Time

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19th-century conflicts

The 19th century began on 1 January 1801 (represented by the Roman numerals MDCCCI), and ended on 31 December 1900 (MCM). It was characterized by vast social upheaval.

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HistoryWars involving FranceWars involving the United StatesUnited States Marine Corps in the 18th and 19th centuriesWars involving the Russian Empire19th century in the Russian EmpireHistory of international relationsHistory of the foreign relations of the United States

  1. Napoleon's Retreat from Moscow

    Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss why Napoleon invaded Russia in 1812, thought he was victorious yet had to retreat, losing most of his army and, soon after, his empire.

    19 September 2019

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    Featuring: Janet Hartley, Michael Rowe, Michael Rapport

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    HistoryWars involving FranceWars involving the Russian Empire19th-century conflicts19th century in the Russian Empire

  2. The Barbary Corsairs

    Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the sailors from around Europe and North Africa, licensed by the Barbary States to capture people to be sold into slavery until the 19th century.

    09 November 2023

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    Featuring: Joanna Nolan, Claire Norton, Michael Talbot

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    HistoryWars involving the United StatesUnited States Marine Corps in the 18th and 19th centuries19th-century conflictsHistory of international relationsHistory of the foreign relations of the United States