
Set during the 18th century Napoleonic Wars, Horatio Hornblower, a young and shy midshipman, rises through the ranks to become an admiral.
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1998-10-07
Aired 1998-10-07
In 1793, 17-year-old Horatio Hornblower begins his career in His Majesty's Navy, and must prove himself in battle when war is declared.

1998-11-18
Aired 1998-11-18
Promoted to Acting Lieutenant, Hornblower is forced to question his readiness for command.

1999-02-24
Aired 1999-02-24
Hornblower leads a daring raid on a French sloop, and is rewarded by being allowed to set sail for England.

1999-04-02
Aired 1999-04-02
The Admiralty endorses a daring plan to overthrow the French government.





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