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Exploring the history and mythology of the ancient world. Archaeologists and scholars join to discuss ancient Greece, Rome, Egypt, and other civilizations of the distant past.
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History isn't black and white, yet too often it's presented as such. Explore the ambiguities and nuances of the French Revolution. Support the show today: https://www.patreon.com/greyhistory Ever wondered how the French Revolution started with hope for liberty and equality and descended into the Reign of Terror? Curious as to how the French Revolution still influences your life today? Looking for your next long-form, detailed history podcast recommended by universities and loved by French Re ...
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Steady Hands

Nicholas Burgmon

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Welcome to "Steady Hands" the podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey into the world of competitive shooting. Join us as we explore the captivating stories of individuals from all walks of life who share a common passion for precision, accuracy, and the art of the shot.
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As the Federalist Revolts collapsed around them, the citizens of Toulon faced an unenviable choice: the Jacobins or the British. Their decision would shape the Republic, the Empire, and the entire history of Europe! Early Access Don't wait! Support the show and listen to Episode 72 "Toulon IV: The Siege of Toulon" now! Available for all True Revolu…
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Toulon's history is like no other. Defined by violence and contradictions, the presence of the mighty naval arsenal shaped every aspect of Toulon. This episode explores the town's history, it's struggles, and it's numerous deviations from the norm. Early Access Don't wait! Support the show and listen to Episode 71 "Toulon III: Terror or Treason!" n…
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Toulon turns to treason. Placing its hopes in the First Coalition, the French rebels found an alliance crippled by mistrust and division. With the allies focused on their own self-interests, the war with France was often a secondary consideration compared to other territorial or commercial gains. This episode explore the dysfunctions of the First C…
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Where was Napoleon prior to the Siege of Toulon? How had the revolution impacted his career and his native home of Corsica? What were Napoleon's experiences of the social schisms which gripped revolutionary France? All of this, and more, is explored in this fantastic episode with the Age of Napoleon podcast. Early Access Don't wait! Support the sho…
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“To arms, Frenchmen, to arms!”. As Marseille rallied the country to revolt, the great port city achieved stunning success. Angered by the purging of the Girondins, and driven by its own internal divisions, Marseille marched on Paris to overthrow the Jacobin tyranny. Yet, despite “liberating” Avignon in July 1793, setbacks soon become insurmountable…
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With the bloodshed of Lyon's Terror mired in controversy, there's no shortage of grey to explore! Examine what motivated Collot d'Herbois to embrace bloody repression. Learn how the Committee of Public Safety responded to his divisive actions. Who is responsible for the excesses in the city, and why do historians bitterly disagree? These are just s…
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Confronted by the purge of the Girondins, the city of Lyon commences insurrection. The rebellion does not go to plan. Despite attempts at a negotiated solution, the city's revolt ends in horrific bloodshed. The Terror in Lyon permanently tarnishes the revolutionary project. Early Access Don't wait! Support the show and listen to Episode 67 "Lyon IV…
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Insurrection arrives in the city of silk! Although consumed by the same factionalism which devoured the capital, Lyon charts a unique path in 1793. With an unusual twist to familiar developments, the scene was set for one of the most controversial acts of the Reign of Terror. Early Access Don't wait! Support the show and listen to Episode 66 "Lyon:…
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Famed for being a bastion of reaction, the Republic's second city was anything but. This episode explores Lyon's unique experience of the revolution, unpacking both it's conservative and revolutionary stages. A trailblazer for popular democracy, the history of Lyon is one of contradictions, misnomers, and copious amounts of silk. It's also one civi…
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How did the French Revolution shape American politics? Why did the French Revolutionaries diverge from the Americans? Did the American Revolution inspire revolutionaries across the Atlantic? In this fantastic episode with Bruce Carlson of My History Can Beat Up Your Politics, we explore a range of intersections between the French Revolution and Ame…
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Normandy and Brittany declare insurrection. Proclaiming their intention to march against the capital, a northern army was assembled to crush the anarchists in Paris. But, despite noteworthy successes, the Federalist Revolt of the North ended in disaster. Why did the Norman port of Caen become a key federalist stronghold? Did the insurrections pursu…
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Outraged by the coup in the capital, insurrections erupted across the nation. With leading Girondins fleeing to the provinces, civil war was sure to follow. The Federalist Revolts had begun! This episode explores the national and local causes of the Federalist Revolts, as well as the meaning of federalism in the context of the French Revolution. It…
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Lafayette’s time in prison, opportunities for Louis XVI to escape his fate, debt jubilees in the modern world, and extrajudicial killings! These are just some of the great topics explored in this special bonus episode for the Grey History Community! You can access the full episode by supporting the podcast today! Full Members-Only Questions & Answe…
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Facing setbacks and defeat, the insurrectionists of Paris recommitted to the cause. Surrounding the Convention with armed force, the deputies of the Convention are compelled to submit. On June 2 1793, the Girondins were purged, and French history was changed forever. Exclusive Bonus Content (Episode Extras) 1.61 The Brave, Ironic and Chaotic Speech…
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In this spectacular joint episode, Dominic Perry (The History of Egypt Podcast) and I team up to discuss the French Expedition to Egypt in 1798! We recap the revolutionary events that preceded the expedition, as well as the various motivations behind Napoleon's undertaking. We also explore what Europeans knew of Ancient Egypt before the invasion, a…
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Insurrection! With deadlock paralysing the Convention, and the Commission of Twelve provoking the radicals of Paris, another journée consumed the capital. With the establishment of the Central Revolutionary Committee and the Évêché Assembly, the sections of Paris led a new uprising against the national representation. The Insurrection of 31 May 179…
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In this adrenaline-fueled episode of Steady Hands, we dive into the thrilling life and unexpected career transition of Christopher Ancien, a former professional MotoAmerica AMA Superbike racer turned competition shooting expert. Join us as we explore the fascinating trajectory of this remarkable athlete who once conquered the racetracks and now dom…
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To celebrate Ridley Scott's new Napoleon film, I'm giving away 15 Grey History T-Shirts! 10 shirts will be randomly won by members of the Grey History Community. Another 5 will be randomly won by subscribers to the Grey History Newsletter. All Champions of the People and Heroes of the Revolution can also claim a shirt. To enter, subscribe to the Gr…
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With the revolution paralysed by factional feuds, the people of Paris moved to break the deadlock. This episode explores the weeks immediately preceding the Purge of the Girondins, including how Brissot and his allies rallied support across the country. It also examines the differing opinions of historians in relation to the actions of the Girondin…
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In this captivating episode of "Steady Hands," we invite you to join us for an enlightening conversation with our distinguished guest, Dr. Andrew Peil. As an accomplished competitive shooter with a doctorate in pharmacy, Dr. Peil brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective to the podcast. Our focus in this episode "The Science Of Competit…
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History Daily is another great history podcast that you might enjoy. Every weekday, host Lindsay Graham takes you back in time to explore a momentous event that happened ‘on this day’ in history. Whether it’s to remember the tragedy of December 7th, 1941, the day “that will live in infamy,” or to celebrate that 20th day in July 1969, when mankind r…
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The Committee of Public Literature and a Community Discord. These are just some of the ideas for new community initiatives, and I would love to hear your feedback! Please just reply to the associated post on Patreon, or message me directly on Patreon or Social Media. More feedback requests are also incoming! Community Discussion Space (Discord) Com…
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Division and discord cripple the Convention as factional warfare consumes the deputies. Empowered with new legislation, and gripped by fears of conspiracies, the deputies begin to arrest and impeach their own. The struggle to the death has begun! Exclusive Episode Extras (Bonus Content) 1. The Arrest of the Duc d'Orléans 2. Danton's Secrets The Gre…
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Pax Britannica is one of my favourite history podcasts. If you're looking for a great series on the English Civil Wars (and the British Empire more broadly), look no further! This episode swap features the trial of King Charles I. There's plenty of similarities and differences between this trial and that of Louis', so please enjoy! You can find Pax…
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With the French Revolution engulfed in crises, the deputies of the Convention (eventually) took action. New measures were introduced to crush the counter-revolution, measures which would become the hallmarks of the coming Reign of Terror. This episode explores the introduction of Representatives on Mission and the contentious re-establishment of th…
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Bastille Day Special! How did the British react to the outbreak of the French Revolution? Why is Edmund Burke considered a founding father of political conservatism? What did Thomas Paine say to cause his trial for seditious libel? These are just some of the questions explored in this special episode of Grey History created for The History of Engla…
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Multiple crises radicalise the sans-culottes of the capital, and a new ultra-radical movement emerges on the revolutionary left. Those associated with the Enragés rose to challenge the National Convention, as well as the Girondins and Jacobins who dominated it. Exclusive Bonus Content (Episode Extras) 1.56.1 The Red Priest - Unpack the past of Jacq…
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The revolutionaries are confronted with a new challenge in the west. Recruitment riots grip the nation, and in a region known as the Vendée, these disturbances fast became organised resistance. By June 1793, civil war consumed western France, and large swaths of the countryside were controlled by the Royal and Catholic Army. In this episode, we exp…
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The war expands and disaster strikes. This episode explores the entry of England and Holland into the Revolutionary War, as well as the French invasion of the Dutch Republic in February 1793. As Belgium begins to break, the Austrians and the Prussians unleash a devastating counter-attack, crippling the French military and causing chaos behind the l…
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Why did the French get involved in the American Revolutionary War? How did the French help the Americans? Why did relations deteriorate between the two nations in the subsequent years? All these questions and more are explored in this special joint episode with Mike Troy of the American Revolution podcast! Join Mike and me as we unpack the French i…
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I have been very ill with a severe case of Dengue Fever. Although I am now out of the hospital, I have not been able to return to the podcast as quickly as I had hoped. Please bear with me while I recover! Episode 54 “It’s Treason Then!” is now available to all patrons, and will be released on the public feed as soon as possible. All patrons also h…
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The crusade for universal liberty runs into problems. While some occupied territories demand annexation, others resist the encroachment on their traditional rights and privileges. To make matters worse, factionalism cripples the Executive council, while tensions rise between the National Convention and General Dumouriez. With division impacting bot…
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It's time to celebrate! As a thank you to everyone who has been helping spread the word about Grey History, the first bonus episode on the Corsican Revolution is temporarily available to everyone who signs up for the Grey History newsletter! Just provide your e-mail below and I'll send through the full-length bonus episode! immediately! SIGN UP HER…
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In the second and final Q&A episode, we’ll be covering why the French revolutionaries didn’t take more inspiration from the American constitution. We'll also explore ways a more moderate revolution could have been successfully established, as well as discuss how support for the revolution changed over time. Finally, we'll unpack financial questions…
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