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Vandamme had a reputation as an excellent division and corps commander. However, he had a nasty disposition that alienated his colleagues and his Emperor. Special guest & author David Buttery discusses this infamous French general.
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By some estimates, there were 30 attempts on Napoleon's life during his reign. Special guest Jonathan North and author of the book, "Killing Napoleon" joins the show to discuss the various assassination plots. Which ones were legitimate and which one were farcical?
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Samuel Hood had a long, celebrated career and even mentored a young Horatio Nelson. Special guest Oliver Webb-Carter from the Aspects of History podcast joins the show to discuss this legendary British admiral.
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Kleber was a famous general during the Revolutionary Wars and joined Napoleon's legendary expedition to Egypt. Special guest Michael Hamel joins the show to discuss Kleber's career and his untimely demise in Egypt.
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Known as the Battle of Nations, this epic Leipzig outcome forever ended Napoleon's empire. Special guest Nick Kramer joins the show to discuss this massive 3-day battle between Napoleon and the Allies.
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Which battle really brought Horatio Nelson to worldwide fame? Many historians believe it is the Battle of Cape St. Vincent against the Spanish navy. Evan Wilson joins the program to discuss this famous battle and Nelson's pivotal role in it.
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In 1798, Napoleon decided to invade and conquer Egypt. Special guest and podcaster Jonathan Abel joins the show to discuss the expedition, the preparations, and the outcome.
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Borodino was the bloodiest single day of the Napoleonic Wars. Special guest and author Joe Failla joins the show to discuss this monumental battle between Napoleon's army and Czar Alexander's army.
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The British and the Danes fought it out twice over a 6 year period during the Napoleonic Wars, once in 1801 and again in 1807. Special guest and author Gareth Glover joins the show to discuss the causes and effects of these 2 battles.
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The sieges of the Duke of Wellington can be described as good, bad, and ugly. Special guest and author Dr. Zack White joins the program to discuss this important element of the Napoleonic Wars.
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Almost all of the wives of the Marshals were courageous and resilient women who helped the careers of their respective husbands. Special guest Rachael Stark joins the podcast to discuss these exceptional women of the Napoleonic Era.
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In this episode, we take a look at General Savary, a capable army commander and loyal police chief of Napoleon. Special guest Jonas de Neef joins the show to discuss the shady career of one of Napoleon's most loyal subordinates.
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The famous twin battles of Jena and Auerstedt cemented the Grand Armee's status as the best military in 1806 Europe. Special guest Charles Mackay joins the show to discuss this clash between France and Prussia.
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According to Napoleon, the Cossacks were "the best light troops that exist." Their famous leader was General Platov. Special guest Josh Provan joins the program to discuss this unique cavalry general.
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George James Guthrie was not only a skilled battlefield doctor, he was also an innovator in medical science and kept meticulous records of his efforts during the Peninsula War. Special guest Mick Crumplin discusses the talents and accomplishments of this British surgeon.
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Was Jerome a failure as a navy commander, an army commander, and a king? Special guest Graeme Callister joins the program to discuss the youngest son of the Bonaparte family.
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Most people know about Louis XVI's ultimate demise on the guillotine, but how did he arrive at that infamous moment in history? Special guest Charles Mackay joins the show to discuss the King that was overthrown by the French Revolution.
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Murat probably had the most meteoric rise and fall of any of Napoleon's marshals. Special guest and author Jonathan North joins the program to discuss the swaggering, flamboyant Murat and his final days.
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Although Lucien had the passion and oratory skills of Napoleon, he lacked much of his older brother's common sense. Special guest Graeme Callister joins the show to tell us about this mercurial Bonaparte brother.
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What were the causes of Napoleon's ill-fated 1812 invasion of Russia? What were the strategies of Napoleon and his opponent, Czar Alexander? What were the major battles? What were the outcomes? Special guest and author Adam Zamoyski joins the show to discuss this epic clash of titans.
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