Peter Goodwin is a British maritime historian and author, and the former Keeper and Curator of HMS Victory. He was formerly an engineer in the British Navy working on board nuclear submarines.Working in partnership with Towton Audio he acted as a historical consultant and offers a fascinating insight into life in the navy during Nelson's era.
He has written eight books on ship construction and Britain's maritime heritage, specialising in the career and ships of Lord Nelson. Goodwin "is widely acknowledged as one of the leading writers on the sailing warship".[2]
Of Nelson's Ships (2002), Nautical Magazine wrote "Superb description of life in the Georgian Navy… Compelling read recommended to everyone with an interest in naval history".[3]
Goodwin's Nelson’s Men O’War (2005), released to coincide with the bi-centenary of the Battle of Trafalgar, was written in conjunction with the National Maritime Museum, Greenwich.
Naval Historian Peter Goodwin introduces himself and recounts the events that inspired his love of navy history
Peter discusses dealing with disease onboard a 19th century British warship
Peter talks about the death of crew members during battles
Peter discusses the importance of discipline and punishment