George Hooper

Wellington

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Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), was born in Dublin as the younger son of an Irish Protestant aristocrat. His military career ignited in India alongside his brother, leading him to remarkable heights during the Napoleonic Wars, especially in the Peninsular Campaign. Initially deemed unpromising by his mother, Wellesleys unwavering dedication and work ethic propelled him through the rigors of army life, where he honed his skills in terrain navigation and defensive tactics. He earned fame for leading the allied forces that decisively defeated Napoleon at Waterloo, a batt...

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George Hooper

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Feb 25, 2026

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Episodes

017 - Ch 11 Old Age 25.02.2026

Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), was born in Dublin as the younger son of an Irish Protestant aristocrat. His military career ignited in India alongside his brother, leading him to remarkable heights during the Napoleonic Wars, especially in the Peninsular Campaign. Initially deemed unpromising by his mother, Wellesleys unwavering dedication and work ethic propelled him th...

016 - Ch 10 Diplomatist and Statesman Pt 2 25.02.2026

Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), was born in Dublin as the younger son of an Irish Protestant aristocrat. His military career ignited in India alongside his brother, leading him to remarkable heights during the Napoleonic Wars, especially in the Peninsular Campaign. Initially deemed unpromising by his mother, Wellesleys unwavering dedication and work ethic propelled him th...

015 - Ch 10 Diplomatist and Statesman Pt 1 25.02.2026

Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), was born in Dublin as the younger son of an Irish Protestant aristocrat. His military career ignited in India alongside his brother, leading him to remarkable heights during the Napoleonic Wars, especially in the Peninsular Campaign. Initially deemed unpromising by his mother, Wellesleys unwavering dedication and work ethic propelled him th...

014 - Ch 9 Waterloo Pt 2 25.02.2026

Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), was born in Dublin as the younger son of an Irish Protestant aristocrat. His military career ignited in India alongside his brother, leading him to remarkable heights during the Napoleonic Wars, especially in the Peninsular Campaign. Initially deemed unpromising by his mother, Wellesleys unwavering dedication and work ethic propelled him th...

013 - Ch 9 Waterloo Pt 1 25.02.2026

Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), was born in Dublin as the younger son of an Irish Protestant aristocrat. His military career ignited in India alongside his brother, leading him to remarkable heights during the Napoleonic Wars, especially in the Peninsular Campaign. Initially deemed unpromising by his mother, Wellesleys unwavering dedication and work ethic propelled him th...

012 - Ch 8 Wellington's Offensive Campaigns Pt 2 25.02.2026

Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), was born in Dublin as the younger son of an Irish Protestant aristocrat. His military career ignited in India alongside his brother, leading him to remarkable heights during the Napoleonic Wars, especially in the Peninsular Campaign. Initially deemed unpromising by his mother, Wellesleys unwavering dedication and work ethic propelled him th...

011 - Ch 8 Wellington's Offensive Campaigns Pt 1 25.02.2026

Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), was born in Dublin as the younger son of an Irish Protestant aristocrat. His military career ignited in India alongside his brother, leading him to remarkable heights during the Napoleonic Wars, especially in the Peninsular Campaign. Initially deemed unpromising by his mother, Wellesleys unwavering dedication and work ethic propelled him th...

010 - Ch 7 The Last Campaign in Portugal Pt 2 25.02.2026

Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), was born in Dublin as the younger son of an Irish Protestant aristocrat. His military career ignited in India alongside his brother, leading him to remarkable heights during the Napoleonic Wars, especially in the Peninsular Campaign. Initially deemed unpromising by his mother, Wellesleys unwavering dedication and work ethic propelled him th...

009 - Ch 7 The Last Campaign in Portugal Pt 1 25.02.2026

Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), was born in Dublin as the younger son of an Irish Protestant aristocrat. His military career ignited in India alongside his brother, leading him to remarkable heights during the Napoleonic Wars, especially in the Peninsular Campaign. Initially deemed unpromising by his mother, Wellesleys unwavering dedication and work ethic propelled him th...

008 - Ch 6 The Second Rescue of Portugal 25.02.2026

Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), was born in Dublin as the younger son of an Irish Protestant aristocrat. His military career ignited in India alongside his brother, leading him to remarkable heights during the Napoleonic Wars, especially in the Peninsular Campaign. Initially deemed unpromising by his mother, Wellesleys unwavering dedication and work ethic propelled him th...

007 - Ch 5 The First Rescue of Portugal 25.02.2026

Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), was born in Dublin as the younger son of an Irish Protestant aristocrat. His military career ignited in India alongside his brother, leading him to remarkable heights during the Napoleonic Wars, especially in the Peninsular Campaign. Initially deemed unpromising by his mother, Wellesleys unwavering dedication and work ethic propelled him th...

006 - Ch 4 Home Soldier and Civilian 25.02.2026

Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), was born in Dublin as the younger son of an Irish Protestant aristocrat. His military career ignited in India alongside his brother, leading him to remarkable heights during the Napoleonic Wars, especially in the Peninsular Campaign. Initially deemed unpromising by his mother, Wellesleys unwavering dedication and work ethic propelled him th...

005 - Ch 3 The Mahratta Campaigns Pt 2 25.02.2026

Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), was born in Dublin as the younger son of an Irish Protestant aristocrat. His military career ignited in India alongside his brother, leading him to remarkable heights during the Napoleonic Wars, especially in the Peninsular Campaign. Initially deemed unpromising by his mother, Wellesleys unwavering dedication and work ethic propelled him th...

004 - Ch 3 The Mahratta Campaigns Pt 1 25.02.2026

Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), was born in Dublin as the younger son of an Irish Protestant aristocrat. His military career ignited in India alongside his brother, leading him to remarkable heights during the Napoleonic Wars, especially in the Peninsular Campaign. Initially deemed unpromising by his mother, Wellesleys unwavering dedication and work ethic propelled him th...

003 - Ch 2 Wellesley's Early Indian Service Pt 2 25.02.2026

Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), was born in Dublin as the younger son of an Irish Protestant aristocrat. His military career ignited in India alongside his brother, leading him to remarkable heights during the Napoleonic Wars, especially in the Peninsular Campaign. Initially deemed unpromising by his mother, Wellesleys unwavering dedication and work ethic propelled him th...

002 - Ch 2 Wellesley's Early Indian Service Pt 1 25.02.2026

Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), was born in Dublin as the younger son of an Irish Protestant aristocrat. His military career ignited in India alongside his brother, leading him to remarkable heights during the Napoleonic Wars, especially in the Peninsular Campaign. Initially deemed unpromising by his mother, Wellesleys unwavering dedication and work ethic propelled him th...

001 - Ch 1 Arthur Wesley 25.02.2026

Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), was born in Dublin as the younger son of an Irish Protestant aristocrat. His military career ignited in India alongside his brother, leading him to remarkable heights during the Napoleonic Wars, especially in the Peninsular Campaign. Initially deemed unpromising by his mother, Wellesleys unwavering dedication and work ethic propelled him th...

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