Waterloo

Last Sunday on Facebook I wrote:

I just finished reading Imperial Scandal by Teresa Grant (impressive), glanced at the bibliography, and saw a reference to one book: The Duchess of Richmond's Ball 15 June 1815, and I realized: good heavens, its the 200th anniversary of that famous ball [last] Monday. Those of you who read regency romances surely recognize the significance of that date. And good heavens, I just checked the cost of that book from her bibliography and gawped. it sells new for $10,000! It must be the gold standard for romance writers doing research.

Today marks the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo. The battle is being reenacted at the site by 6,000 people (and lots of horses). The Telegraph is updating the progress of the battle minute by minute at the link here.

Here's a fascinating article about the history of Waterloo reenactments.