Quickfire Questions with Author Bernard Cornwell
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English author Bernard Cornwell, best known for his novels about Napoleonic Wars rifleman Richard Sharpe, sits down with Dan Snow to answer some quickfire questions for the fans. Ever wondered if an early 19th Century infantryman could really fire three rounds a minute? Or whether Bernard plans on writing more Sharpe novels? Watch this video to find out!
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