Great Britain, 1763–1815

Join us for an engaging history discussion as we explore Great Britain from 1763 to 1815, a transformative era that reshaped both the nation and the world. Emerging from victory in the Seven Years’ War, Britain stood as a global power—but soon faced new challenges: rebellion in the American colonies, revolution in France, and the rise of Napoleon. At home, industrialization, political reform debates, and expanding trade networks transformed society. This was a period of empire, innovation, and upheaval, where Britain’s modern identity began to take shape amid war and revolution.

Topics for Discussion

• Aftermath of the Seven Years’ War
• The American Revolution and Loss of the Thirteen Colonies
• The Industrial Revolution and Urbanization
• Adam Smith’s Wealth of Nations and Economic Thought
• The Gordon Riots and Social Tensions
• The French Revolution and British Responses
• The Macartney Embassy to China
• The Acts of Union 1800 and Creation of the United Kingdom
• Admiral Nelson and the Battle of Trafalgar
• The Peninsular War and Duke of Wellington
• The Napoleonic Wars and the Congress of Vienna