
The episode explores William's journey as he crosses the Atlantic and begins his travels in Mexico, highlighting significant historical events and locations.
A history podcast tracing Ed Hill's great great grandfather's travels and the era that defined him and the Victorian world. Nearing the end of his Atlantic crossing, William witnesses a burial at sea, then takes his first steps on Mexican soil at Veracruz and begins his journey inland to Zacatecas, stopping by a busy cloth mill on the way and visiting the country estate of President Antonio L ó pez de Santa Anna - Manga de Clavo. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/a-grand-tour-with-my-great-great-grandad . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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