Napoleon on the Bellerophon

Napoleon on the Bellerophon

Come back in time with us to the days of Napoleon as we begin the build up to our 100th birthday with a talk about one of the most interesting artworks in our collection. Maritime Heritage Officer, Nigel Overton and Honorary French Consol, Alain Sybril will discuss the maritime history surrounding ‘Napoleon on HMS Bellerophon in Plymouth Sound, August 1815’ by Jules Girardet and reveal why they love it so much.