Dan Snow has exclusive access to the Duke of Wellington's private collection at Apsley House.
Join historian Dan Snow MBE as he tours the former home of the 1st Duke of Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, hero of the Battle of Waterloo and defeater of Napoleon Bonaparte. In his visit Dan is shown some of the most extraordinary objects from the Duke's private collection, including priceless artwork from conquests on the continent, stunning military uniforms, swords, medals and downright whacky inventions from his later life.
Make sure to explore Apsley House for yourself! Links below 👇
Apsley House (English Heritage website): https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/v...
Wellington Arch (English Heritage website):
https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/v...
Wellington Collection website (for further information on the site and collection):
https://www.wellingtoncollection.co.uk/
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