An Unofficial 'The Rest Is History' Reading List
Ben Wilson
3 books referenced
Books by Ben Wilson
Referenced in 3 episodes
October 19, 2025
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Referenced when discussing the Battle of Copenhagen, specifically about how the Danes were defending their own capital city in front of their friends and families, which was different from previous battles Nelson had fought on neutral territory.
October 21, 2022
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A passage is read from this book describing the horrific conditions sailors faced during battle, including the smoke, blood, and chaos on the gun decks
October 17, 2022
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Dominic explicitly states 'I read a book called Empire of the Deep by Ben Wilson, all about the Royal Navy' when discussing naval phrases and terminology.
Referenced in 1 episode
December 05, 2024
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Described as a 'brilliant book' about cities, quoted extensively when discussing the sacred shrine at Eridu around 5,400 BC and later regarding the first named person in history (Cushim the accountant)
Referenced in 1 episode
December 02, 2024
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Referenced as author of a history of the Royal Navy, quoted as saying the Battle of the Nile 'was undoubtedly the greatest victory in British naval history.'