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. X/Twitter: @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support…

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. X/Twitter: @andnapoleon *For bonus content, please go to patreon.com/generalsandnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/po…

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. X/Twitter: @andnapoleon, @wilsonevan *Please subscribe to the Generals and Napoleon YouTube page --- Support…

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. X/Twitter: @andnapoleon, @historianabel *For bonus ad-free content, please go to patreon.com/generalsandnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh…

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. X/Twitter: @andnapoleon **Please follow us on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gen…

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. X/Twitter: @GloverGareth, @andnapoleon *Please follow the Generals and Napoleon YouTube channel --- Support this po…

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. X/Twitter: @ZwhiteHistory, @andnapoleon *For ad-free content, please go to patreon.com/generalsandnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spot…

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. X/Twitter: @bookish_rachael, @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsa…

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. X/Twitter: @andnapoleon *To support our podcast: patreon.com/generalsandnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcas…

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. X/Twitter: @bubblesVampire, @andnapoleon *Please give us a follow on Bluesky as well --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.c…

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. X/Twitter: @landofhistory, @andnapoleon #napoleon #platov #cavalry --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapol…

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. X/Twitter: @andnapoleon **For more content, please go to patreon.com/generalsa…

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. X/Twitter: @graemecallister, @andnapoleon *Please follow us on YouTube, Spotify, and Facebook --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapo…

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. Twitter: @bubblesvampire, @andnapoleon **Please follow the podcast on Patreon, Spotify, Apple, and YouTube --- S…

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. X/Twitter: @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support…

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. X/Twitter: @graemecallister, @andnapoleon **Please subscribe to our YouTube channel --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.…

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. X/Twitter: @andnapoleon *Please follow us on Spotify, YouTube, a…

General Schwarzenberg was a prince of Austria and the overall Allied commander during the 1813-1814 campaigns that finally defeated Napoleon. Why doesn't he get the credit of Blucher or Wellington for Napoleon's defeat? Find out in this episode as special guest and author David Hollins joins the show. X/Twitter: @hollins_mba, @andnapoleon *Please g…

Fouche was a slippery character who was always in the midst of plots and revolutions. Nevertheless, Fouche and his police agents were utilized by different French governments, including Napoleon's, to monitor and suppress rebels and revolutionaries. Special guest & author Michael Broers joins the program to discuss this man of constant intrigues. X…

Did you know Napoleon carried a large library of books on his military campaigns? Special guest Louis Sarkozy joins the show to discuss Napoleon's love of literature, the books he read, Napoleon's efforts as a writer, his legacy in France, the return of his remains to France in 1840. X/Twitter: @napsarkozy, @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: ht…

Napoleon's less-famous nephew actually ruled France for a longer period and arguably accomplished more in his reign. Special guest Melissa Rossi joins the program to discuss this important member of the Bonaparte family. X/Twitter: @melissarossi199, @andnapoleon *Please give us a follow on YouTube and Spotify. --- Support this podcast: https://podc…

Marshal Ney encountered many trials in his life - on the battlefield, at the negotiating table, and finally in a courtroom. Special guest Brian Williams discusses the challenges that Marshal Ney faced to become the "Bravest of the Brave". X/Twitter: @BriW74, @andnapoleon *Please follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube --- Support this pod…

Louis Bonaparte was once the most-favored sibling of Napoleon. However, he was an ineffective ruler of Holland and his policies clashed with Napoleon's ideals. Special guest Graeme Callister joins the show to discuss this lesser-known brother of the Emperor. X/Twitter: @GraemeCallister, @andnapoleon **Support our podcast: patreon.com/generalsandnap…

Another great paladin who served under the Duke of Wellington in the Peninsula War, General Beresford helped defeat Napoleon's armies while also training the Portuguese army. Special guest and author Josh Provan tells us about this officer who had a truly global career in the British army. X/Twitter: @landofhistory, @andnapoleon Josh's new book: Ev…

The irascible Thomas Picton had a very checkered career but performed well for the Duke of Wellington in the Peninsula War. Special guest and author Graeme Callister joins the show to discuss this talented, but infamous, British general. X/Twitter: @graemecallister, @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gene…

Our first episode on a naval officer and who better to start with than Admiral Nelson! Special guest and author Evan Wilson joins the show to discuss this dynamic personality. **Note: the views and opinions of Evan Wilson do not reflect those of the US Government. X/Twitter: @wilsonevan, @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spo…

An interesting figure in the French Consulate government and Napoleon's empire. Charles Mackay joins the show to tell us about this politician who aided in developing Napoleon's most lasting legacy, the Napoleonic Code. X/Twitter: @bubblesvampire, @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/sup…

One of the pivotal battles in the Peninsula War as it permanently ended Napoleon's dreams of conquering Portugal. Special guest Marcus Cribb joins the program to tell us about this epic clash between Marshal Massena and the Duke of Wellington. X/Twitter: @mcribbHistory, @andnapoleon **To support our podcast, please visit patreon.com/generalsandnapo…

d'Erlon led French armies in several key victories - Zurich, Hohenlinden, Austerlitz, and Danzig - but didn't receive his Marshal's baton until long after Napoleon's downfall. Special guest and author Graeme Callister joins the program to tell us about this quietly-effective general. X/Twitter: @graemecallister, @andnapoleon *please follow our YouT…

Although not as famous as other army commanders in the Russian army, Bennigsen had some memorable confrontations with Napoleon. Bennigsen put up stiff resistance at the Battles of Pultusk and Eylau against the Emperor. Special guest and author Alexander Mikaberidze joins the show to discuss this stalwart general. X/Twitter: @amikaberidze, @andnapol…

What was the toughest job in the world in 1815? The answer would probably be replacing Napoleon as ruler of France. Louis XVIII had to perform this unenviable task, twice. Emmanuel Dubois from the podcast "La Fayette, We Are Here" joins our show to discuss this Bourbon King of France. Twitter/X: @lafayettepod, @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast:…

Finally, an episode on Napoleon himself! Special guest and Napoleon biographer Andrew Roberts joins the program to discuss the Emperor's highs and lows as well as his legacy. Twitter/X: @aroberts_andrew, @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support…

Dominique Jean Larrey was probably the most famous surgeon in Napoleon's army during this period. Author Mick Crumplin joins the program to tell us about medical care during the Napoleonic Age and the trailblazing Dr. Larrey. Twitter/X: @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support…

Of all of Napoleon's siblings, Joseph probably tried the hardest to help Napoleon. Was he successful? Special guest Graeme Callister joins the show to tell us about this much-maligned brother of the Emperor. X/Twitter: @GraemeCallister, @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support…

The "Napoleon" movie we've all been waiting for - was it good/was it bad? Find out here as our special guest, and Waterloo battlefield tour guide, Marcus Cribb provides his in-depth opinion on the film. X/Twitter: @mcribbHistory, @andnapoleon *Follow us on YouTube, Spotify, Facebook, and Instagram --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotif…

As brilliantly as the Marshals lived, it is important to learn about how they died. In this episode, we will discuss the respective demises of Napoleon's Marshals. Special guest and Napoleonic Marshal expert Rachael Stark joins the show to discuss the final years of Napoleon's famous paladins. Twitter: @bookish_rachael, @andnapoleon *Are you follow…

Everett Rummage, from the podcast "Age of Napoleon", joins us to discuss freedom fighter, general, and one of the founders of Haiti - Toussaint Louverture. X/Twitter: @AgeofNapoleon, @andnapoleon *For bonus content, please follow us on YouTube and Patreon.com/generalsandnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gene…

We talk about one of Napoleon's Swiss officers in this episode, General Reynier. Special guest Charles Mackay joins the podcast to discuss this talented officer. X/Twitter: @bubblesvampire, @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support

Special guest and author Michael Broers joins the show to discuss the one and only Foreign Minster of France, Talleyrand. X/Twitter: @andnapoleon *Please make sure to follow us on Spotify, Instagram, Facebook, and Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support…

No general lost more battles to Napoleon than Archduke Charles of Austria. But he is still considered one of the best generals from the Napoleonic Era. Special guest David Hollins joins the program to discuss this talented opponent of Napoleon. X/Twitter: @hollins_mba, @andnapoleon To support our podcast and get access to bonus content: patreon.com…

This battle, fought by Napoleonic Era titans Marshal Massena and the Duke of Wellington, really came down to the reconstituted Portuguese army who performed well in their first major battle against the French. Special guest and battlefield tour guide Marcus Cribb returns to the show to walk us through this unique battle and battlefield. Chapters 0:…

General Duroc performed many roles for Napoleon: friend, advisor, general, diplomat, and Marshal of the Palace. Whenever Napoleon needed someone to handle a delicate situation, he turned to Duroc. Special guest Irene Kim joins the podcast to tell us all about this astute figure. X/Twitter: @2econd_crossing, @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: ht…

There was more to this British royal than just his moniker of Mad King George. Special guest & author Mark Ellis joins the show to discuss an underrated monarch who sat on the British throne for almost 60 years. Twitter/X: @MarkEllis15, @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support…

General Clauzel's finest moment came during a disastrous defeat. At the 1812 Battle of Salamanca, the Duke of Wellington severed the French army of Marshal Marmont. At the beginning of the battle, Marmont and his second-in-command were wounded and there was no command chain. At this chaotic moment, General Clauzel stepped up to prevent the total an…

After a solid victory over the French at Vimeiro, the British agreed to one of the most-ridiculed peace treaties in history. Learn all about this battle and its controversial aftermath in this episode with special guest, Marcus Cribb. Twitter: @mcribbhistory, @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsand…

The future Duke of Wellington's first battle against the forces of Napoleon, the victory at Rolica would be the first of many. Special guest and battlefield tour guide Marcus Cribb joins the show to discuss this intriguing battle in Portugal. Twitter: @mcribbhistory, @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gen…

Marshal Blucher was the face of the Prussian army during the Napoleonic Wars and despite losing 5 battles to Napoleon, he was always rallied his troops and inspired them to fight on. Special guest Philip Wagenknecht joins the podcast to tell us more about this energetic leader. Twitter: @pertinaxS , @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://po…

Think about starting your military career at the age of 43. Think about losing your first 4 military campaigns to Napoleon and his armies. Then think about leading one of the major Allied victories over Napoleon's troops in the Peninsula War. Then think about working your way up to become second-in-command to the Duke of Wellington. The best word t…

Bonus episode as we analyze the pivotal Battle of Salamanca which really displayed the Duke of Wellington's offensive capabilities. Special guest Marcus Cribb joins the show to describe this amazing victory for the Allied forces over the French in the Peninsula War. Twitter: @mcribbhistory, @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.…

Hortense de Beauharnais was a truly remarkable character. She emerged like a phoenix after near disaster during the French Revolution to become one of Napoleon's most trusted family members. She went on to become Queen of Holland and mother to future Emperor Napoleon III. Special guest and author Beatrice Knight joins the show to discuss this fasci…