<p><strong>The Duke of Wellington wasn’t just the man who defeated Napoleon — he was also one of Britain’s most influential political leaders of the era.</strong></p><p>In this episode, special guest Marcus Cribb examines <strong>Arthur Wellesley’s political career</strong>, including his time as <strong>Prime Minister</strong>, his role in shaping Britain after the Napoleonic Wars, and his controversial decision to support <strong>Catholic Emancipation in 1829</strong>. Discover how Wellington transitioned from battlefield command to high politics, faced public unrest, and left a lasting mark on 19th-century British government.</p><p><br></p><p>We also discuss his later years and his funeral, one of the largest in British history. </p><p><br></p><p>Perfect for fans of <strong>Napoleonic history</strong>, <strong>British politics</strong>, and <strong>Waterloo</strong>, this video reveals the statesman behind the soldier.</p><p><br></p><p>X/Twitter: @mcribbhistory, @andnapoleon</p>