Dr Sam Willis is a maritime historian, archaeologist and broadcaster. He is the author of a number of books on maritime and naval history, including the bestselling 'Hearts of Oak' Trilogy and the 'Fighting Ships' series. Sam has appeared in and presented numerous TV series. He is a Visiting Fellow in Maritime and Naval History at the University of Plymouth, a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society and a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries.
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