Napoleon's Generals: The Men Behind the Myth with John Viscardo

Introduction: Explore the shadows of history in this episode with John Viscardo, host of the Generals and Napoleon podcast. Learn about Napoleon's generals and their overlooked contributions during this transformative era. Show Notes:Rise of Napoleon's Generals:·        Origins and backgrounds of Napoleon's generals.·        Challenges faced and factors leading to prominence. Key Battles and Strategies:·        Victories and disasters at Russia and Waterloo.·        Impact of Napoleon's decisions and marshal strategies. Individual Profiles:·        Marshal Mura's betrayal, Marmont's surrender, and fate of Marshal Bertier.·        Dynamics among top commanders and consequences. Post-Waterloo Era:·        Generals' paths after Napoleon's fall.·        Intriguing encounter between adversaries. Challenges of Historical Perception:·        Imbalance in historical narratives.·        Role of marketing and Napoleon's memoirs. Increasing Generals' Profile:·        Need for scholarly research on generals' lives and battles.·        The role of podcasts like Generals in Napoleon.Conclusion: Gain insights into the lives of Napoleon's generals and understand their nuanced contributions. Unravel forgotten stories and their impact on history.Connect with John and Generals in Napoleon:Podcast: Generals and NapoleonTwitter: @AndNapoleonStay Connected with History Rage:Twitter: @historyrageIndividual Hosts: @PaulBavillSupport History Rage on Patreon:PatreonThank you for joining us on this historical journey. Remember to leave your reviews on Apple, Podchaser, or Amazon, and stay angry until the next episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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