1805: Napoleon's Invasion of England

by Nigel Seed

1805. Napoleon’s plan to invade England failed, when his navy was defeated at Trafalgar and unable to take command of the English Channel. A ship from Nelson’s fleet carrying despatches spotted the French on the way to Brest and warned the Admiralty in London. But what might have happened if they had not been spotted? What if Admiral Villeneuve had taken control of the channel for long enough to allow the invasion fleet to sail? Would the military genius of Napoleon have triumphed and allowed him to conquer those damp islands off his coast? What if other attacks on the British Isles had been made? What would have happened back in France with the Emperor across the sea and out of touch? What if Wellington had been appointed to command the defence? What if …?

429 pages, Paperback

Published April 28, 2023

About the author

A veteran of many years in the British Army working with the Army’s helicopters. He then joined the Civil Service before taking early retirement and moving to a villa in Spain. He writes his books when he can tear himself away from the view across the orange groves to the Mediterranean. Married with two children. He is slowly learning Spanish.

Having completed and published his seven book action thriller series, he has written two historical fiction trilogies and is working on another. There are also a few standalone books of historical fiction

As light relief he is also helping his daughter in writing a book of bedtime stories for young children, based on the adventures of a small dog who lives in Spain

Reviews

[Centurio52 · Rating 4 out of 5]

I usually don't read alternate history books. This one was the exception to the rule. A 'what if' story about Napoleon who, after a weak moment of the British Navy, manages to land his troops on British shores. Will he defeat the British redcoats, commanded by sir Arthur Wellesley?
It was an enjoyable read. Well written and appealing to those of us who like stories about the Napoleonic wars with bloody battle scenes.