Professor Kevin Linch joins us for a deep dive into how the British Army waged war. We discuss the army's organisation, the role of regimental guns, infantry tactics, the challenges faced by cavalry, and the importance of artillery innovations. The conversation also explores the complexities of combined arms operations, the integration with allies, and the significant influence of the Royal Navy on military campaigns. Throughout, the discussion highlights the lessons learned from both successes and failures, emphasising the resilience and adaptability of the British Army over time.Support the show at:https://www.patreon.com/cw/thenapoleonicwarspodKeywordsBritish Army, Napoleonic Wars, military structure, tactics, artillery, cavalry, combined arms, regimental guns, Wellington, historyChapters (Timings approximate)00:00 The Structure of the British Army07:57 Artillery and Regimental Guns12:44 Infantry Tactics and Formations17:19 Defensive Strategies and Perceptions21:31 Combined Arms Operations26:13 The Role of Corps and Divisions30:26 Cavalry Effectiveness and Challenges32:05 The Doctrine of the British Cavalry36:54 Artillery Innovations and Tactics41:05 Commanders in Crisis: Successes and Failures45:38 Professionalization of the British Army53:34 Integration with Allied Forces01:00:00 The Role of the Navy in British Military Success01:06:34 Lessons Learned: Resilience and Adaptation