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
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
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
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
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
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, the unsung Dr. Guthrie. X/Twitter: @andnapoleon **For more content, please go to patreon.com/generalsandnapoleon
Was Jerome Bonaparte a failure as a navy commander, an army commander, and a king? Special guest and author 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
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
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
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
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, and Facebook
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 give us a follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube
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/Twitter: @andnapoleon
Did you know Napoleon carried a large library of books on his military campaigns? Special guest & author 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
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.
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
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/generalsandnapoleon
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: Every Hazard and Fatigue: The Siege of Pensacola
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
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
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
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/generalsandnapoleon
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 YouTube and Spotify pages!
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, @andnapoleon
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
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
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
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
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
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 following our podcast on YouTube?
