The Anglo-Satsuma War

Lions Led By Donkeys tackles the 1863 bombardment of Kagoshima — the bizarre little naval war between the Royal Navy and the Satsuma domain that grew out of the Namamugi Incident. At nearly 100 minutes, there's room for the political context of Bakumatsu Japan and the operational details of the bombardment itself. An excellent example of the show's strength: a conflict most listeners won't know, told with energy and an eye for the absurd command decisions on both sides.

Lions Led By Donkeys covers the 1863 bombardment of Kagoshima — the short, sharp naval confrontation between the Royal Navy and the Satsuma domain that most people have never heard of. A niche but genuinely interesting colonial-era clash with the show's trademark irreverence.